popliteal

Adjective

Meaning

Of or pertaining to the ham; in the region of the ham, or behind the knee joint; as, the popliteal space.

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The nerve then runs straight down the back of the leg, through the popliteal fossa to supply the ankle flexors on the back of the lower leg and then continues down to supply all the muscles in the sole of the foot. Source: Internet

The bullet had in fact clipped a part of his popliteal artery and his boot was filling up with blood. Source: Internet

The patient bends the knee at approximately 124°, and the physician holds it in both hands to find the popliteal artery in the pit behind the knee ( Popliteal artery ). Source: Internet

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