Cross-sectional anatomy of the thigh, demonstrating the anterior (quadriceps), posterior (hamstrings), and medial (adductor) compartments. Note the relatiosnship between the intermuscular septa and the neurovascular structures of each compartment.[1]Anatomy of the femur[2]Muscles of the anterior thight<fef>Image courtesy of simplemed.co.uk</ref>
↑Burghardt, Rolf D., et al. "Compartment syndrome of the thigh. A case report with delayed onset after stable pelvic ring fracture and chronic anticoagulation therapie." BMC geriatrics 10 (2010): 1-5.