Arteries
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Dorsalis Pedis Artery
Dorsalis Pedis Artery is the main artery of the dorsum of the foot. The dorsalis pedis artery is the just the continuation of the anterior tibial artery. So it starts as the anterior tibial artery passes by the ankle joint. Origin The dorsalis pedis artery is
Posterior Tibial Artery
Origin Posterior Tibial Artery is the bigger branch of both terminal branches of the popliteal artery because its branches not only supply the posterior compartment but also the lateral compartment of the leg and the sole of the foot. Course and Relationships It starts at the lower
Peroneal Artery
Peroneal Artery is the artery that provides blood to the lateral compartment of the leg. Origin It’s the biggest and most important branch of the posterior tibial artery. It gives oxygenated blood supply to the posterior and lateral compartments of the leg. Course and Relationships The point
Plantar Arteries
Plantar Arteries are of two types- medial and lateral. Medial Plantar Artery The medial plantar artery is the smaller terminal branch of the posterior tibial artery. It originates below the flexor retinaculum and appears in the sole deep to abductor hallucis escorted by the medial plantar
Cutaneous Arteries of the Front of the Thigh
Three small arteries arising from the femoral artery can be seen a little below the inguinal ligament: 1. The superficial external pudendal artery pierces the cribriform fascia, runs medially in front of the spermatic cord, and supplies the external genitalia. 2. The superficial epigastric artery pierces the
