1978British journal of surgeryRequires access

Popliteal vein entrapment

John Connell

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A case of popliteal vein entrapment by an abnormal 'third' head of the gastrocnemius muscle is reported. Complete relief of disabling symptoms was obtained by dividing the abnormal muscle band.

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A case of popliteal vein entrapment by an abnormal 'third' head of the gastrocnemius muscle is reported. Complete relief of disabling symptoms was obtained by dividing the abnormal muscle band.

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A case of popliteal vein entrapment by an abnormal 'third' head of the gastrocnemius muscle is reported. Complete relief of disabling symptoms was obtained by dividing the abnormal muscle band.

Key concepts: Medicine, Entrapment, Popliteal vein, Gastrocnemius muscle, Surgery, Vein, Anatomy, Deep vein

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