Left arteria princeps pollicis (Arteria princeps pollicis)
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Anatomy
A major artery arising from the radial artery as it turns into the deep palm between the heads of the first dorsal interosseous, coursing along the first metacarpal to divide into collateral branches for the thumb.
Clinical notes
The primary arterial supply of the thumb; preservation is mandatory in thumb reconstruction, pollicization, and first web space contracture release.
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FAQ
What is the role of the Left arteria princeps pollicis?
A major artery arising from the radial artery as it turns into the deep palm between the heads of the first dorsal interosseous, coursing along the first metacarpal to divide into collateral branches for the thumb.
Why is the Left arteria princeps pollicis clinically important?
The primary arterial supply of the thumb; preservation is mandatory in thumb reconstruction, pollicization, and first web space contracture release.
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