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Superficial brachial artery
1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, School of Medicine, Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University, Kahramanmaras, Turkey. atahanerhan@ksu.edu.tr
VASA. Zeitschrift Fur Gefasskrankheiten
|September 28, 2005
Summary
A rare brachial artery anomaly, where it runs just under the skin in the arm, was found in a 75-year-old woman. Awareness of such arterial variations is crucial for preventing complications during medical procedures.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Vascular Surgery
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Anatomical variations of upper extremity arteries are clinically significant due to frequent invasive procedures.
- Awareness of arterial anomalies is vital for healthcare professionals to prevent procedural complications.
Observation:
- A rare, unilateral anomaly of the brachial artery was identified in a 75-year-old female patient.
- The anomalous brachial artery coursed subcutaneously along the right arm, extending to the cubital region.
Findings:
- This case highlights a rare variation in brachial artery branching and course.
- The subcutaneous trajectory of the artery presents unique anatomical considerations.
Implications:
- Understanding this anomaly is important for surgeons and interventional radiologists performing procedures in the upper limb.
- Knowledge of such variations can improve patient safety and procedural outcomes in vascular interventions.