The back of the knee is or knee pit is commonly referred to as the popliteal fossa. It's the shallow depression located at the back of the knee joint. The popliteal fossa contains several important ...

The popliteal lymph nodes are behind the knee. Conditions such as infections and autoimmune conditions can cause swelling, but it is rarely due to cancer. Learn more.

“The role of EXPAREL as a sciatic nerve block in the popliteal fossa, particularly for pain control following foot and ankle procedures, is pivotal as clinical goals toward outpatient migration ...

FDA expands indications for bupivacaine liposome injectable suspension (Exparel; Pacira BioSciences, Inc.) for use in adult patients as an adductor canal block and a sciatic nerve block in the ...