This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Lower limb 1, Subject name: Anatomy
True statement about Greater saphenous vein is: 
Select and explain. 
A. Posterior to the medial malleolus, B. Drains into the popliteal vein, C. Posterior to the medial condyles of the tibia and femur, D. Deep to the fascia lata of the thigh
C: Posterior to the medial condyles of the tibia and femur
Answer: C: Posterior to the medial condyles of the tibia and femur 
Explanation: The Greater Saphenous Vein ascends superficial to the fascia lata. It courses anterior to the medial malleolus and posterior to the medial condyles of the tibia and femur and passes through the saphenous opening (fossa ovalis) in the fascia lata, and joins the Femoral Vein.