Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research
SUPERFICIAL ULNAR ARTERY: A CADAVERIC STUDY
Amrita Gupta, Kamta Prasad Nirala
JCDR. 2024: 426-431
Abstract
Background: The superficial ulnar artery (SUA) is a rare anatomical variation with significant implications in clinical procedures involving the forearm and hand. Objective: This study aims to explore the prevalence, anatomical course, and clinical relevance of the SUA in cadavers. Methods: We conducted a descriptive cadaveric study at Varunarjun MC Dissection Hall, examining the arms of 80 cadavers to identify the presence of the SUA. Each forearm was dissected to trace the arterial pathway, and variations were recorded. Results: The study found a prevalence rate of SUA in a certain percentage of the cadavers, with variations in its course and termination. Conclusion: Understanding the prevalence and characteristics of the SUA can enhance the outcomes of surgical and diagnostic procedures in the forearm and hand. Keywords: Superficial Ulnar Artery, Cadaveric Study, Arterial Variations.
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