Common traumatic injuries and the vessels/nerves they damage
Order by
8 terms
Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Surgical neck # humerus | Lacerates posterior humeral circumflex artery (may lesion axillary n.) |
| Midshaft # of humerus | Lacerates profunda brachii artery (may lesion radial n.) |
| Supra-condylar # of humerus | Lacerates brachial artery (may lesion median n.) |
| Medial epicondyle # | Can damage superior ulnar collateral artery (may lesion ulnar n.) |
| Anterior tibial artery | Compressed with deep fibular nerve in anterior compartment syndrome |
| Posterior tibial artery | Compressed with tibial nerve in posterior compartment syndrome |
| Medial circumflex artery | Major source of blood supply to the head of the femur |
| Deep femoral artery | Supplies anterior and posterior thigh and shaft of femur |
First Time Here?
Welcome to Quizlet, a fun, free place to study. Try these flashcards, find others to study, or make your own.