Which statement about the popliteal fossa is not true?
Correct Answer: Usually the sciatic nerve does not bifurcate
Description: The Sciatic Nerve divides into the Tibial and Common Peroneal Nerves in the Popliteal Fossa The Popliteal Aery is the deepest structure in the popliteal fossa. The Popliteal Vein is immediately Superficial with the nervous structures superficial to the vein. Boundaries -superior and medial: the semimembranosus & semitendinosus muscles -superior and lateral: the biceps femoris muscle -inferior and medial:the medial head of the gastrocnemius muscle -inferior and lateral:the lateral head of the gastrocnemius muscle and plantaris muscle Roof
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