At which anatomical site does the femoral artery become the popliteal artery?
- A Apex of the femoral triangle
- B Adductor hiatus ✓
- C Lower border of the popliteus muscle
- D Femoral ring
Correct answer: B. Adductor hiatus
Explanation
The femoral artery traverses the adductor canal and passes through the adductor hiatus, an opening in the tendon of adductor magnus, to enter the popliteal fossa where its name changes to popliteal artery. At the apex of the femoral triangle it merely enters the adductor canal and remains the femoral artery, so option A is the tempting wrong answer.
Reference: Gray's Anatomy for Students, 4th ed.
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