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Medial Intermuscular Septum Detail

septum intermusculare mediale femoris detail

The medial intermuscular septum separates the anterior from the medial (adductor) compartment, running from the inner fascia lata to the medial femoral linea aspera.

Anatomical Data

Boundaries & Contents

LocationMedial side of the thigh, between vastus medialis and the adductors
Boundaries
Biomechanics

Function & Actions

Divides the anterior compartment from the medial adductor compartment and gives partial origin to vastus medialis.

Clinical Relevance

Clinical Notes

Reference for medial thigh compartment fasciotomy in vascular ischaemia-reperfusion or crush trauma.

Pathology

Common Injuries & Conditions

Medial Thigh Compartment Fasciotomy

Release of the medial compartment through medial intermuscular septum incision for raised compartment pressure after vascular injury or crush.

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