Femoral

/ˈfɛmərəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Relating to the femur or thigh.
The femoral artery supplies blood to the thigh.
Pertaining to the upper leg or thigh region.
The doctor examined the patient's femoral region for signs of injury.
Referring to structures or issues associated with the femur.
Femoral fractures are common in high-impact sports.
Involving the femoral nerve or blood vessels.
The surgery involved a procedure on the femoral nerve.
Relating to the anatomy of the thigh area.
The clinician noted a femoral hernia during the examination.

Etymology

Derived from Latin 'femoralis', from 'femur', meaning 'thigh'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

femoral artery:
The main artery supplying blood to the thigh.
femoral nerve:
The nerve that supplies the muscle and skin of the thigh.

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