Lateral Nasal Branch of Facial Artery (Right)
Ramus lateralis nasi arteriae facialis
Read moreQuick Facts
Origin: Facial artery.
Course: Medially over the lateral surface of the nose.
Branches: None.
Supplied Structures: Ala and dorsum of the nose.
Related parts of the anatomy
Origin
The lateral nasal branch of the facial artery arises from the facial artery as it ascends on the lateral side of the nose. Sometimes, the lateral nasal branch may arise from the superior labial artery.
Course
The lateral nasal branch of the facial artery extends medially over the side of the nose.
Branches
There are no named branches.
Supplied Structures
The lateral nasal branch of the facial artery supplies the ala and dorsum of the nose. Additionally, it forms an anastomosis with its fellow branch from the opposite side.
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