To which lymph nodes does the ventromedial bundle drain?

• A. Popliteal
• B. Inguinal
• C. Parasternal
• D. Axillary

Answer: (B)

In manual lymph drainage, lymph from regions along the medial aspect of the limb tends to travel toward the groin to reach the regional nodes. The ventromedial bundle runs along the medial side of the leg/thigh, so its lymphatics converge toward the superficial inguinal nodes. The inguinal nodes are the primary drainage station for lymph from the lower limb below the umbilicus and parts of the anterior abdominal wall, which fits this pathway. By contrast, the popliteal nodes handle lymph from the posterior calf and foot, the parasternal nodes from the chest wall and breasts, and the axillary nodes from the arm and lateral chest. So, the ventromedial bundle drains into the superficial inguinal nodes.