The Popliteal Fossa EXPLAINED | Boundaries & Contents

The video tutorial provides an in-depth look at the popliteal fossa, a space located at the posterior aspect of the knee. It covers the boundaries formed by various muscles, including the biceps femoris and gastrocnemius. The tutorial also details the contents of the fossa, such as the tibial and common peroneal nerves, and the popliteal artery and vein. Additionally, it explains the transition of the femoral artery and vein into the popliteal vessels and discusses the origins of the sural nerve.

What is the popliteal fossa and where is it located?

Describe the boundaries of the popliteal fossa.

What muscles form the superior lateral and superior medial borders of the popliteal fossa?

What structures make up the floor and roof of the popliteal fossa?

What are the contents of the popliteal fossa?

Explain the significance of the bifurcation of the sciatic nerve in the popliteal fossa.

How does the popliteal artery change as it enters the popliteal fossa?