Unique case of trifurcation of the brachial artery: its clinical significance.
The variability of the arteries in the upper extremity is considerable. This case is a report of a trifurcation of the brachial artery that divided into radial, ulnar, and superior ulnar collateral arteries high in the arm; the length of the brachial artery was only 4.9 cm. Because the upper extremity is a frequent site of injury, various surgical and invasive procedures are performed in this region; consequently, it is of utmost importance to be aware of arterial variations. For some medical procedures, there may be an increased risk of complications because of variant vessels; however, for other procedures, they may be beneficial. In addition to presenting a detailed anatomic study of the case, the clinical significance of the variation has been addressed.
Malcic-Gürbüz
Jasna
J
Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Marmara University, 81320 Usküdar, Istanbul, Turkey. jkdgurbuz@ihlas.net.tr
Gürünlüoĝlu
Raffi
R
Ozdoĝmuş
Omer
O
Yalin
Aymelek
A
D001132:Arm / Q000098:blood supply*; D001916:Brachial Artery / Q000002:abnormalities*; D002102:Cadaver; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D017534:Radial Artery / Q000002:abnormalities; D017535:Ulnar Artery / Q000002:abnormalities