Transverse Branch of Lateral Circumflex Femoral Artery
Ramus transversus arteriae circumflexae lateralis femoris
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Origin: Lateral circumflex femoral artery.
Course: Laterally, then passes to the posterior aspect of the femur.
Branches: None.
Supplied Structures: Proximal femur and thigh.
Related parts of the anatomy
Origin
The transverse branch is the smallest of the three branches arising from the lateral circumflex femoral artery.
Course
The transverse branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery travels laterally, anterior to the vastus intermedius, then through the vastus lateralis muscle where it curves around the anterior femur, just below the greater trochanter.
Branches
There are no named branches. The transverse branch contributes to the cruciate anastomoses, along with the medial circumflex artery, the inferior gluteal artery, and the first of the perforating arteries of the deep femoral artery.
Supplied Structures
The transverse branch of the lateral circumflex femoral artery contributes to the supply of the proximal femur.
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