Dorsal Carpal Branch of Radial Artery
Ramus carpeus dorsalis arteriae radialis
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Origin: Radial artery.
Course: Medially to anastomose with the dorsal carpal branch of ulnar artery.
Branches: Forms dorsal carpal arch.
Supplied Structures: Wrist joint.
Related parts of the anatomy
Origin
The dorsal carpal branch originates from the radial artery.
Course
The dorsal carpal branch of the radial artery is the main contributor to the dorsal carpal arch. From its origin, it courses medially, deep to the extensor tendons. It anastomoses with its counterpart from the ulnar artery to form the dorsal carpal arch.
Branches
There are no named branches, but it contributes to the formation of the dorsal carpal arch.
Supplied Structures
The dorsal carpal arch supplies the dorsal aspect of the wrist joint.
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Radial Artery
The radial artery perforator flap is based off perforating vessels arising from the distal radial artery, which supply a complex vascular plexus within the deep fascia of the volar forearm.
