Superficial circumflex iliac aery is a branch of which of the following aeries?
Correct Answer: Femoral aery
Description: Superficial circumflex iliac aery is a branch of femoral aery. It is the smallest branch of the femoral aery. It pierces the deep fascia of the thigh lateral to the saphenous opening and courses laterally towards anterior superior iliac spine to supply superficial fascia and skin. Branches of femoral aery: Superficial epigastric aery Superficial circumflex iliac aery Superficial external pudendal aery Deep external pudendal aery Profunda femoris aery Descending genicular aery Branches of external iliac aery: Inferior epigastric aery Deep circumflex iliac aery
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