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Thymic Branches of Internal Thoracic Artery (Right)
Cardiovascular System

Thymic Branches of Internal Thoracic Artery (Right)

Rami thymici arteriae thoracicae internae

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Quick Facts

Origin: Internal thoracic artery.

Course: Short course through superior mediastinum.

Branches: None.

Supplied Structures: Thymus.

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Thymic Branches of Internal Thoracic Artery (Right)
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Thymic Branches of Internal Thoracic Artery (Right)
Thymic Branches of Internal Thoracic Artery (Right)

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Origin

Thymic branches usually originate from the right and left internal thoracic artery. However, the thymus also receives blood from the inferior thyroid, superior thyroid, pericardiacophrenic, or anterior intercostal branches of the internal thoracic artery.

Course

The thymic branches are small arteries that course through the superior mediastinum.

Branches

There are no named branches.

Supplied Structures

The thymic branches distribute blood to the thymus.

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