Which of the Following Contributes to the Formation of the Popliteal

Question

Which of the following contributes to the formation of the popliteal vein?
A) internal iliac
B) small saphenous and great saphenous
C) anterior and posterior tibial and fibular
D) peroneal and popliteal
E) great saphenous and posterior tibial

Accepted Answer

The popliteal vein is formed by the confluence of the anterior and posterior tibial veins and the fibular (peroneal) veins. These veins drain the lower leg and join behind the knee to form the popliteal vein.