Slideshow: Clinical Highlights

Arteries of the Hand

#151, Slide 27 of 58

8 weeks

From The Biology of Prenatal Development.

Note:

These images have a surprising amount of anatomical detail for the interested observer. The layout of the arteries of the hand seen here precisely follows that seen in newborns, children, and adults.

Label Key:

1. palmar digital arteries (in red)

2. tip of index finger

3. superficial palmar arch (in gold) feeding arterial system

4. elbow

5. wrist

6. thumb

All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period.

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