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Middle Pharyngeal Branch of Pharyngeal Trunk (Left)
Cardiovascular System

Middle Pharyngeal Branch of Pharyngeal Trunk (Left)

Ramus pharyngeus media trunci pharyngei

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Quick Facts

Origin: Pharyngeal trunk.

Course: Medially towards the pharynx.

Branches: None.

Supplied Structures: Middle constrictor muscle of the pharynx.

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Middle Pharyngeal Branch of Pharyngeal Trunk (Left)
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Origin

The middle pharyngeal branch of the pharyngeal trunk is a small irregular branch arising from the pharyngeal trunk as it ascends in the neck.

Course

The middle pharyngeal branch traverses medially towards the pharynx.

Branches

There are no named branches.

Supplied Structures

The middle pharyngeal branch supplies the middle constrictor muscle of the pharynx.

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