Superficial Circumflex Iliac Artery
Arteria circumflexa iliaca superficialis
Read moreQuick Facts
Origin: Femoral artery.
Course: Runs laterally towards the anterior superior iliac spine.
Branches: None.
Supplied Structures: Skin and subcutaneous tissue of inguinal region and abdominal wall.
Related parts of the anatomy
Origin
The superficial circumflex iliac artery originates as the smallest branch of the femoral artery, arising close to the superficial epigastric artery.
Course
The superficial circumflex iliac artery emerges just lateral to the saphenous opening, piercing the fascia lata. The artery extends laterally in the subcutaneous tissue, distal to the inguinal ligament, to reach the anterior superior iliac spine.
Branches
Since the superficial circumflex iliac artery is a terminal branch, it does not give off any branches. However, it does form anastomoses with the deep circumflex iliac, superior gluteal, and lateral circumflex femoral arteries.
Supplied Structures
The superficial circumflex iliac artery supplies the skin and subcutaneous tissue of the inguinal region and abdominal wall.
