High origin of arcuate artery- a case report
Jaswinder Kaur1, Usha Chhabra2, Subhash Kaushal2
1Department of Anatomy, Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Barnala Road, Bathinda, Punjab India 151001.
The Indian Journal of Surgery
|January 16, 2014
Summary
This study examined the dorsalis pedis artery in human cadavers, finding its standard branching pattern in 90% of cases. Variations were documented, offering insights into foot artery anatomy for medical professionals.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Vascular Anatomy
- Human Anatomy
Background:
- The dorsalis pedis artery is a key vessel supplying the foot.
- Understanding its standard branching pattern and variations is crucial for clinical practice, including surgical procedures and diagnosing vascular conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the standard branching pattern of the dorsalis pedis artery.
- To identify and classify variations in its branching pattern in adult human lower limbs.
Main Methods:
- Dissection of 30 adult human cadavers (60 lower limbs).
- Detailed examination and documentation of the dorsalis pedis artery and its branches.
- Classification of observed variations into types A, B, and C.
Main Results:
- The dorsalis pedis artery was consistently present in all 60 specimens (100%).
- A standard, textbook branching pattern was observed in 54 specimens (90%).
- Variations in branching patterns were identified in 6 specimens (10%), classified as Type A, B, or C. The arcuate artery was present in 91.7% of cases, with a high origin noted in 1.66%.
Conclusions:
- The dorsalis pedis artery exhibits a highly consistent branching pattern, aligning with standard anatomical descriptions in the majority of cases.
- Recognizing the identified variations (Type A, B, C) is important for anatomical accuracy and clinical applications.
- Further research into the clinical implications of these variations could enhance surgical planning and patient care.
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