Anatomical Variations in Left Circumflex Femoral Artery – A Case Report.

In the proximal thigh, the profunda femoris artery gives the lateral and medial circumex femoral arteries, as well as perforating and muscular branches further away. Close to the root of profunda femoris artery, the lateral circumex femoral artery originates laterally. It divides into ascending, transverse & descending branches. In the present case, during routine dissection for undergraduate students on a male cadaver, it has been found that the lateral circumex femoral artery is originating from lateral aspect of the femoral artery proximal to the origin of profunda femoris artery. This variation has been observed on both the sides. Surgeons and orthopedics may nd it useful to have accurate understanding of the anatomical variations of the lateral circumex femoral artery, particularly when doing popliteal bypass surgery and anterolateral thigh ap surgeries. Surgeons must proceed cautiously in order to reduce the danger of iatrogenic damage due to the signicant variability of this artery. Before undergoing surgery in the femoral region, radiographic evaluation of the vascular anatomy is highly recommended.