What is infrapatellar branch saphenous nerve?

The infrapatellar branch of the saphenous nerve is a sensory nerve that arises from the main trunk of the saphenous nerve. It passes down from the femoral triangle and supplies the skin overlying the infrapatellar region of the knee joint, including the patella, patellar ligament, and the surrounding tendons.

The infrapatellar branch of the saphenous nerve plays a crucial role in pain transmission and sensation in the anterior knee. It is commonly targeted in various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as knee arthroscopy, anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, and total knee replacement surgeries.

Injury or damage to the infrapatellar branch of the saphenous nerve can result in pain, numbness, or altered sensation over the affected area. Proper identification and preservation of the nerve during surgical procedures are important to prevent complications and ensure optimal patient outcomes.