Cardiovascular System
Perforating Branches of Deep Palmar Arch (Right)
Rami perforantes arcus palmaris profundus
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Origin: Deep palmar arch.
Course: Anteriorly traverse the second to fourth interosseous spaces and anastomose with the dorsal metacarpal arteries.
Branches: No named branches.
Supplied Structures: Deep structures of the palm and collateral supply to the hand.
Related parts of the anatomy
Origin
The perforating branches arise from the deep palmar arch.
Course
The perforating branches of the deep palmar arch traverse the second, third, and fourth interosseous spaces, between the dorsal interossei muscles, and anastomose with the dorsal metacarpal arteries.
Branches
There are no named branches.
Supplied Structures
The perforating branches of the deep palmar arch contribute to the deep structures of the palm and provide collateral supply to dorsum of the hand.
