Inferior gluteal artery
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Inferior Gluteal Artery
The Inferior Gluteal Artery is a significant blood vessel that originates from the internal iliac artery. It is responsible for supplying blood to the gluteal region, including the gluteus maximus muscle.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "Inferior Gluteal Artery" is derived from the Latin words 'Inferior' meaning 'lower', 'Gluteus' referring to the buttock muscles, and 'Arteria' meaning artery.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The Inferior Gluteal Artery arises from the anterior division of the internal iliac artery. It exits the pelvis through the greater sciatic foramen, usually above the piriformis muscle, but occasionally it may pass below it. It then divides into multiple branches that supply the gluteus maximus muscle and other structures in the gluteal region.
Branches and Supply[edit | edit source]
The Inferior Gluteal Artery gives off several branches, including muscular branches, a comitans nerve branch, and a coccygeal branch. These branches supply the gluteus maximus muscle, the hip joint, and the skin over the lower part of the gluteus maximus muscle.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
The Inferior Gluteal Artery can be involved in various medical conditions. For instance, it can be damaged during surgical procedures in the pelvis, leading to significant bleeding. It can also be affected by atherosclerosis, leading to reduced blood supply to the gluteus maximus muscle.
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