femoralstigen
Femoralstigen is a term of Swedish origin that translates to "femoral path" or "femoral trail." It refers to the anatomical pathway taken by the femoral artery and femoral vein as they descend through the thigh. This region is clinically significant because it is a common site for vascular interventions, such as catheterization, angiography, and the placement of devices like pacemakers.
The femoral artery, a major artery of the lower limb, arises from the external iliac artery and
Due to the superficial location and large size of these vessels, the groin area is a frequent