Left third common palmar digital artery (Arteria digitalis palmaris communis tertia)

Layer: Vessels

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Anatomy

Arises from the superficial palmar arch and courses distally over the flexor tendons, bifurcating at the interdigital cleft into two proper digital arteries supplying contiguous sides of adjacent fingers.

Clinical notes

Assessed clinically using the digital Allen test; injury in palm lacerations requires microvascular repair to prevent cold intolerance and digital ischemia.

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FAQ

What is the role of the Left third common palmar digital artery?

Arises from the superficial palmar arch and courses distally over the flexor tendons, bifurcating at the interdigital cleft into two proper digital arteries supplying contiguous sides of adjacent fingers.

Why is the Left third common palmar digital artery clinically important?

Assessed clinically using the digital Allen test; injury in palm lacerations requires microvascular repair to prevent cold intolerance and digital ischemia.

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