Jornal Vascular Brasileiro
https://jvascbras.org/article/doi/10.1590/1677-5449.202400152
Jornal Vascular Brasileiro
Review Article

Variations in the origin, course and branching pattern of the radial artery along with clinical correlations: narrative review

Variações na origem, curso e padrão de ramificação da artéria radial e correlação clínica: revisão narrativa

Rajani Singh

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Abstract

The radial artery most often arises from the brachial artery in the cubital fossa, lying deep to the brachioradialis in the upper part and superficial in the lower part. Recently, the radial artery has increasingly been used for coronary procedures. However, the radial artery is observed to vary in origin, course, and branching pattern. Precise knowledge of these parameters is essential for successful outcomes. Considering the immense clinical significance associated with this artery, this study was conducted. The aim is to expound the details of the radial artery and to highlight the associated implications, serving as a ready reference for vascular surgeons. The study was conducted using various databases and various terms related to the radial artery were used to search the literature. The literature reveals that the radial artery varies in origin, course, and branching pattern and information on these parameters will help vascular surgeons to carry out various procedures with minimum complications.

Keywords

radial artery; angiography; cannulation

Resumo

A artéria radial origina-se principalmente da artéria braquial na fossa cubital, situando-se profundamente ao músculo braquiorradial na parte superior e superficialmente na parte inferior. Recentemente, a artéria radial tem sido cada vez mais usada em procedimentos coronarianos. No entanto, observa-se que a artéria radial apresenta variações de origem, curso e padrão de ramificação. O conhecimento preciso dessas variações é essencial para um resultado bem-sucedido. Considerando a imensa importância clínica associada a essa artéria, o objetivo deste estudo foi descrever os detalhes da artéria radial e destacar as implicações associadas, que servirão como referência imediata para os cirurgiões vasculares. Foi realizada uma revisão da literatura em várias bases de dados, utilizando termos relacionados à artéria radial. A análise revelou que a artéria radial varia em sua origem, curso e padrão de ramificação. As informações sobre essas variações podem ajudar os cirurgiões vasculares a realizarem vários procedimentos com o mínimo de complicações.

Palavras-chave

artéria radial; angiografia; canulação

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Submitted date:
02/15/2024

Accepted date:
11/29/2024

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