"Knowledge of this variant arterial and venous anastomosis is important for surgical planning, e.g. anterior approach to the acetabulum, hernia repair and gynaecological procedures. These vessels are highly susceptible to injury given their close posterior relation to the superior pubic rami and variable location 2. Elderly patients are at risk following even low-energy trauma, especially if they are taking anticoagulants."
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"Clinical importance"
"History and etymology"