Parotid Branch of Superficial Temporal Artery (Left)
Ramus parotideus arteriae temporalis superficialis
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Origin: Superficial temporal artery.
Course: Within the substance of the parotid gland.
Branches: None.
Supplied Structures: Parotid gland and temporomandibular joint.
Related parts of the anatomy
Origin
The parotid branch of the superficial temporal artery arises from the temporal artery as it ascends through the substance of the parotid gland, posterior to the neck of the mandible.
Course
The ramifications of the parotid branch of the superficial temporal artery travel through the substance of the parotid gland, where some rami reach the temporomandibular joint.
Branches
There are no named branches.
Supplied Structures
The parotid branch of the superficial temporal artery provides arterial blood supply to the parotid gland and temporomandibular joint.
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Superficial Temporal Artery
The superficial temporal artery is the smaller terminal branch of the external carotid artery, with its origin in the parotid gland behind the neck of the mandible.
