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Metacarpal Artery

Description:

The metacarpal artery is a blood vessel that supplies blood to the palm and the back of the hand. It is one of several arteries located in the hand and wrist region.

Senses and Usages:

1. Anatomy: In anatomy, the metacarpal artery refers to any of the branches of the deep palmar arch or the superficial palmar arch that supply the metacarpal bones and adjacent tissues.

Sample sentence: The metacarpal artery is responsible for delivering oxygen-rich blood to the bones and tissues in the hand.

2. Surgery: In surgical procedures, a metacarpal artery flap may be used for tissue reconstruction and wound healing in injuries or post-surgical cases.

Sample sentence: The plastic surgeon utilized a metacarpal artery flap to repair the skin defect on the back of the hand.

3. Research: Metacarpal artery studies are conducted to understand the vascular anatomy and pathology in the hand, aiding in the treatment of various hand disorders.

Sample sentence: The research paper discusses the variations observed in the metacarpal artery and their clinical implications.

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