Choose the appropriate lettered structure in this computed tomography scan of the male perineum and pelvis. In which structure would ligation of the external iliac artery reduce blood pressure?
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(a) The external iliac artery becomes the femoral artery immediately after passing the inguinal ligament. Therefore, ligation of the external iliac artery reduces blood pressure in the femoral artery.
Abdomen & Pelvis