Tibial recurrent artery

Tibial Recurrent Artery

The arteries of the gluteal and posterior femoral regions. (Tibial recurrent artery not labeled, but region is visible.)

The Tibial Recurrent Artery is a small artery in the lower leg that plays a crucial role in the circulatory system. It is a branch of the anterior tibial artery that arises just after the latter has passed through the interosseous space.

Anatomy

The tibial recurrent artery ascends to the front of the knee joint, supplying it with blood and nutrients. It anastomoses with the inferior genicular arteries, which are branches of the popliteal artery. This network of blood vessels ensures a continuous supply of blood to the knee joint and surrounding tissues.

Clinical Significance

Understanding the anatomy of the tibial recurrent artery is important in surgical procedures involving the knee joint, such as arthroscopy and knee replacement. Damage to this artery during surgery can lead to complications such as poor wound healing and increased risk of infection.

See Also

• Anterior tibial artery
• Inferior genicular arteries
• Popliteal artery