Double superior gemellus together with double piriformis and high division of the sciatic nerve

We report a case with double superior gemellus and double piriformis mm. associated with the sciatic n. dividing high and passing between the two piriformis mm. in the same lower extremity. This abnormality has not previously been described in the literature. As many musculoskeletal structures may b...

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Published in:	Surgical and radiologic anatomy (English ed.) Vol. 19; no. 6; pp. 407 - 408
Main Authors:	Arifoglu, Y, Sürücü, H S, Sargon, M F, Tanyeli, E, Yazar, F
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Germany 1997
Subjects:	Genetic Variation Hip - abnormalities Humans Male Middle Aged Muscle, Skeletal - abnormalities Sciatic Nerve - anatomy & histology
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Summary:	We report a case with double superior gemellus and double piriformis mm. associated with the sciatic n. dividing high and passing between the two piriformis mm. in the same lower extremity. This abnormality has not previously been described in the literature. As many musculoskeletal structures may be involved in sciatica, the supernumerary superior gemelli and piriformis mm. may exert pressure on the sciatic n. and this should be taken into account by clinicians.
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ISSN:	0930-1038 1279-8517
DOI:	10.1007/BF01628510