Patellar plexus
Patellar Plexus
The Patellar Plexus is a network of veins located in the knee region. It is formed by the anastomosis of the genicular veins, which are a group of veins that accompany the genicular arteries around the knee. The patellar plexus is clinically significant as it is often implicated in knee pain and other knee-related conditions.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "Patellar Plexus" is derived from the Latin word "patella," meaning "small dish," referring to the kneecap, and the Latin word "plexus," meaning "braid" or "network." This is in reference to the network of veins that form around the kneecap.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The Patellar Plexus is formed by the anastomosis of the genicular veins. These veins accompany the genicular arteries, which are branches of the popliteal artery. The plexus is located in the region of the knee, specifically around the patella or kneecap.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
The Patellar Plexus is often implicated in knee pain and other knee-related conditions. It is particularly significant in the diagnosis and treatment of patellofemoral pain syndrome, a common cause of knee pain in young adults. The plexus can also be involved in knee osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease that affects the knee.
Related Terms[edit | edit source]
- Genicular veins: Veins that accompany the genicular arteries around the knee.
- Popliteal artery: The main artery that supplies blood to the knee region.
- Patellofemoral pain syndrome: A common cause of knee pain in young adults.
- Knee osteoarthritis: A degenerative joint disease that affects the knee.
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