Adler Oliveira Silva Jacó Carvalho

High Origin of the Superficial Palmar Branch of the Radial Artery: Anatomical Variation and Clinical Implications for Thenar Flaps

Introduction: The superficial palmar branch of the radial artery (SPBRA) typically arises from the radial artery 10 to 20 mm proximal to the distal wrist crease, before the radial artery curves dorsally around the carpal bones toward the dorsum of the hand. From its origin, the SPBRA courses toward the palmar aspect of...