Capsular Branches of Intrarenal Arteries
Rami capsulares ateriarum intrarenalium
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The capsular branches are the branches that supply the renal capsule (Dorland, 2011).
Related parts of the anatomy
Structure and/or Key Features
The capsular branches of intrarenal arteries arise from the terminal ends of the arcuate arteries. They extend towards the superficial surface of the kidney to supply the fibrous capsule.
The capsule also receives supply directly from the branches of the renal arteries, these small vessels are known as the capsular branches of the renal arteries.
Function
The capsular branches of intrarenal arteries collectively function to supply and nourish the kidney’s fibrous capsule.
References
Dorland, W. (2011) Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary. 32nd edn. Philadelphia, USA: Elsevier Saunders.
