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Vessel

Dorsalis pedis artery

Artery of the dorsum of the foot

Lower limbCardiovascular system

High-yield

Palpated lateral to the extensor hallucis longus tendon on the dorsum of the foot; a key peripheral pulse.

Overview

The continuation of the anterior tibial artery on the dorsum of the foot; its pulse is a routine check of distal limb perfusion.

Reference facts

  • Type

    Muscular artery

  • Origin

    Anterior tibial artery (at the ankle)

  • Branches / tributaries

    Arcuate artery; Deep plantar artery; Dorsal metatarsal arteries

  • Supplies

    Dorsum of the foot; contributes to the plantar arch

  • Course

    Runs on the dorsum of the foot from the ankle to the proximal first intermetatarsal space

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