Genicular artery

Definition

The genicular artery is a group of arteries that supply blood to the knee joint and surrounding regions. They branch off from the popliteal artery, located behind the knee, ensuring the knee receives oxygen-rich blood and nutrients for proper function.

Related terms

Popliteal Artery: The main artery located behind the knee that provides branches including the genicular arteries to supply blood to lower leg regions.

Circulatory Pathways:

The routes taken by blood as it moves through the heart, lungs, and body tissues, including specialized pathways like those serving the knee joint.

Knee Joint:

A complex hinge joint between the thigh bone (femur) and shin bones (tibia and fibula), supported by muscles, ligaments, tendons, and supplied with blood by genicular arteries