Complex variation of the superficial palmar arch--case report

Surg Radiol Anat. 1997;19(2):123-5.

Abstract

This article describes a complex variation in the pattern of blood supply to the palm of the hand. In the present case; a) the superficial palmar branch of the radial a. coursed superficial to the thenar mm.; b) The princeps pollicis and radialis indicis aa. arose from the superficial palmar branch of the radial a.; c) The first and second common palmar digital aa. arose as a common trunk from the superficial palmar arch.

MeSH terms

  • Arteries / anatomy & histology
  • Hand / blood supply*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Radial Artery / anatomy & histology