Anatomical variations of the circumflex femoral arteries: a systematic review and meta-analysis of their prevalence and new classification of risk for surgical management.
BACKGROUND AND INTRODUCTION The femoral circumflex arteries (FCAs), arising from the femoral and profunda femoris arterial system, exhibit substantial anatomical variability and are clinically relevant due to their role in supplying the femoral head and proximal thigh musculature. These variations may affect surgical,...