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Posterior Deep Temporal Artery
Cardiovascular System

Posterior Deep Temporal Artery

Arteria temporalis profunda posterior

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Quick Facts

Origin: Maxillary artery.

Course: Ascends between the temporalis muscle and the epicranium.

Branches: None.

Supplied Structures: Temporalis muscle.

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Origin

The posterior deep temporal artery arises from the maxillary artery as it passes between the ramus of the mandible and the lateral pterygoid muscle.

Course

The posterior deep temporal artery ascends above the level of the zygomatic arch, under the cover of the tendon of the temporalis muscle. The artery then travels between the temporalis muscle and the pericranium, thus producing grooves within the bone.

Branches

There are no named branches, however, the posterior deep temporal artery anastomoses with the middle temporal branch of the superficial temporal artery.

Supplied Structures

The posterior deep temporal artery supplies the posterior portion of the temporalis muscle.

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