Calcaneal Branches of Fibular Artery
Rami calcanei arteriae fibularis
Read moreQuick Facts
Origin: Terminal branches of the fibular artery.
Course: Runs along the lateral aspect of the calcaneus.
Branches: None.
Supplied Structures: Calcaneus, calcaneal tendon, cutaneous and subcutaneous tissue of the heel.
Related parts of the anatomy
Origin
As the fibular artery runs deep to the superior and inferior fibular retinaculae, it gives a series of small terminal vessels, the calcaneal branches.
Course
The calcaneal branches of the fibular artery course along the lateral aspect of the calcaneus towards the posterior portion of the heel.
Branches
There are no named branches, however, the calcaneal branches of the fibular artery anastomose with the calcaneal branches of the posterior tibial and anterior lateral malleolar arteries, thus forming the calcaneal anastomosis.
Supplied Structures
The calcaneal branches of the fibular artery contribute to the supply of the calcaneus and surrounding structures, including the calcaneal tendon and the overlying fascia and skin.
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Fibular Artery
The fibular artery and vein often lie adjacent to the SPN (zoom or power Doppler, “pulsating dot” sign).
