Anatomy A continuous fascia that lines the abdominal cavity, deep to the transverse abdominis muscle, and continuous into the pelvic cavity. Superiorly: it blends with the fascia of the inferior of the diaphragm. Posteriorly: it blends with the thoracolumbar fascia. Laterally: with the spine of the ilium. Anteriorly: in the abdomen, both sides converge and

Anatomy Course This is the smallest branch from the lateral circumflex femoral artery. It travels laterally to pierce the vastus lateralis muscle. It then joins with the medial circumflex femoral artery contributing to the anastomosis around head of the femur. Supply The transverse branch of the lateral circumflex artery supplies the head and neck of

Anatomy Part of colon from abrupt outward curve of right colic (hepatic) flexure in right to abrupt inward curve of splenic (left colic) flexure in left hypochondrium, convex down, most mobile part of SI, largely covered by peritoneum, connected by transverse mesocolon (mesentery in SI, called mesocolon in LI – double layer of peritoneum caused

Anatomy The largest part of the larynx. It comprises of two quadrangular lamina, fused along the inferior two thirds to form the laryngeal prominence. The posterior border of each lamina projects as superior and inferior horns. The superior horns attaches to the hyoid bone via the thyrohyoid membrane. The inferior horns articulate with the cricoid

Anatomy Largest endocrine gland, in neck, ductless, butterfly-shaped (2 conical lobes, apex up, connected by isthmus), behind infrahyoid (strap) and sternocleidomastoid muscles, partially wrapping around posterior structures – thyroid and cricoid cartilages (attached to them, so moves on swallowing), trachea, esophagus. Encapsulated, between the 2 layers of which, posteriorly, are 2 parathyroid glands each side.

Anatomy Swelling on outside of upper extremity, articulates with head of fibula, gives attachment to iliotibial band/tract. Clinical Knee joint allows flexion, extension and small amount lateral and medial rotation. Vignette Tibia is 2nd longest behind femur, and is the weightbearing bone of the leg. . Interested in taking our award-winning Pocket Anatomy app for

Anatomy Swelling on inside of upper extremity, to which MCL (tibial/medial collateral ligament, from medial epicondyle of femur above) is attached. Clinical Medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury common. MCL protects against varus angulation. Vignette Knee joint stability provided in part by shape of articular surfaces of femur and tibia, also by cruciate ligaments (anterior and

Anatomy Strong prong projecting down from medial/outer side of lower extremity, articulating laterally with the talus. Clinical Fractures can be isolated or more often, one of; bi-malleolar (with lateral malleolus -often requires surgery; tri-malleolar with lateral malleolus and posterior aspect of bottom of tibia – usually requires surgery; fracture often accompanied by ligamentous damage. Vignette

Anatomy Prismoid, broader at top than bottom, a little narrower in middle, runs down vertically (unlike femur which runs down and in). Clinical Skin and cubcutaneous covering of anterior and medial aspects of tibia very thin, so many fractures are open (ie skin broken, with increased risk bone infection – osteomyelitis) whereas fibula well padded.

Anatomy Prominent ridge/crest on upper part of back of tibia; insertion of politeus from above; origins of soleus, flexor digitorum longus, tibialis posterior to below. Interested in taking our award-winning Pocket Anatomy app for a test drive?