I.B.3 Gluteal Region & Thigh: Anterior Thigh

I.B.3 Gluteal Region & Thigh: Anterior Thigh: Page 2 of 3

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Step 8: Add the inguinal ligament which is formed by the fascial plane that is an extension of the external oblique muscle of the abdominal wall.

As the upper part of the thigh joins the pelvis, an area known as the femoral triangle becomes evident.

Step 9: Using the Draw tool, outline the femoral triangle.

	What structures are located in theis triangle?
Femoral nerve, artery,vein and lymphatic drainage. (NAVL- Lateral to medial description of the contents of the femoral triangle)
	Why is this triangle important clinically?
Pulse Blood drawing (phlebotomy) Lymph node palpation Cardiac catheterization

	Step 10: Add the inguinal lymph nodes.
	Step 11: Add the pelvic lymph nodes.

	Why is the connection between the femoral and pelvic lymph nodes so important?
Infections or tumors distal to the pelvis will often manifest as enlarged lymph nodes in the inguinal triangle.