Anatomy, Morphology and Function of the Tensor of Vastus Intermedius: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: The tensor of vastus intermedius is a newly discovered muscle that is located at the anterior compartment of the thigh. The aim of the present study is to report, assess and synthetize the existing evidence on the anatomy, variation and morphological characteristics of the TVI as well as to examine its clinical importance. A systematic review was performed evaluating both anatomical and medical imaging studies which provided information about TVI anatomy, prevalence, variations and morphological characteristics. The search strategy was conducted in major electronic databases. Two reviewers worked independently to screen all possible references via a title/abstract examination. Methodological quality was examined with the Anatomical Quality Assurance checklist. A total of 295 cadaveric knee

SUBMITTER: Sahinis C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8482252 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature