Question
What is the name of the artery that is palpable between the medial malleolus and the Achilles tendon?
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Anterior tibial artery
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Posterior tibial artery
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Dorsalis pedis artery
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| D. |
Popliteal artery
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Show Answer
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Correct Answer � B
Explanation
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The Posterior tibial artery is the artery that can typically be palpated between the medial malleolus (the bony prominence on the inner aspect of the ankle) and the Achilles tendon (the tendon of the calf muscles attaching to the heel).
This artery travels down the posterior compartment of the leg and supplies blood to various structures in the foot. Palpating this artery is a common clinical procedure to assess the arterial circulation to the foot.
Reasons for ruling out other options are-
A. Anterior tibial artery: The anterior tibial artery is located on the anterior aspect of the leg, and it travels through the anterior compartment. It is not palpated between the medial malleolus (inner ankle) and the calcaneal tendon (Achilles tendon).
C. Dorsalis pedis artery: The dorsalis pedis artery is located on the dorsal (top) aspect of the foot, specifically between the first and second metatarsal bones. It is not palpated between the medial malleolus and the calcaneal tendon.
D. Popliteal artery: The popliteal artery is located behind the knee joint in the popliteal fossa. It is not palpated between the medial malleolus and the calcaneal tendon.
