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Knee & popliteal fossa

Product code: HP0607

Single Side Left or right side of a region / system / organ.

The deep fat-filled popliteal fossa contains major neurovascular structures supplying the leg and foot. Its design permits movement of the knee without neurovascular compromise. A knowledge of regional anatomy is important for clinical examination of the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems, and a range of regional masses. This Silicone Plastinate provides clear views of the boundaries and contents of the popliteal fossa. The course, branching and destination of key neurovascular structure are revealed alongside common points for their access, entrapment, damage, or local block.

Polymer injected arteries
Stand mounted
Human tissue with unique ID
Full aftersales support

Key features include

Distal thigh, knee, popliteal fossa, and proximal leg.
Transverse section through the distal thigh and proximal leg, revealing the arrangement of key muscles and neurovasculature in their compartments.
Muscles of the distal thigh and proximal leg shown mainly in their anatomical position.
Boundaries of the popliteal fossa (excluding the fascial roof).
Attachments of the iliotibial tract and pes anserinus.
Course, relations, and branches of the common fibular and tibial nerve, including regional branches of the tibial nerve.
Femoral artery passing through the adductor hiatus and into the popliteal fossa.
Deep position, course and branching of the popliteal artery.
Posterior aspect of the knee joint capsule.
Position and tributaries of the popliteal vein.
Formation of the sural nerve.

Possible variants or pathology (not guaranteed)

Branching patterns of vessels, nerves, and nerve plexuses.
Position and course of vessels and nerves.
Tortuosity of arteries.
Arterial aneurysm and atherosclerosis.
Positioning of the limbs.
Orthopaedic implants.
Osteoarthritis and disease-related joint deformity.
Rheumatological bone and soft tissue changes.
Morphology and position of muscles.
Muscle attachment points, morphology, and fibre arrangement.
Number and position of intertendinous connections.
Age-related changes to muscles.
Orientation and alignment (valgus/varus) of the joints.

Available customisations

Reflect patella inferiorly to reveal various structures of the knee joint.
Cut patella (midline sagittal) and reflect to reveal various structures of the knee joint.