Suprahyoid Branch of Lingual Artery
Ramus suprahyoideus arteriae lingualis
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Origin: Lingual artery.
Course: Along the superior border of the hyoid bone.
Branches: None.
Supplied Structures: Suprahyoid muscles.
Related parts of the anatomy
Origin
The suprahyoid branch of the lingular artery arises from the lingual artery, a branch of the external carotid artery.
Course
The suprahyoid traverses medially along the superior border of the hyoid bone.
Branches
There are no named branches, however, the suprahyoid branch anastomosis with its fellow branch from the opposite side.
Supplied Structures
The suprahyoid branch of the lingual artery supplies the suprahyoid muscles, including hyoglossus, geniohyoid, mylohyoid, and stylohyoid.
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