Arteria Ulnaris (Noun)
Meaning
Large artery that branches from the brachial artery to supply the muscles of the forearm and wrist and hand.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The ulnar artery, also known as the arteria ulnaris, originates from the brachial artery and provides oxygenated blood to the forearm, wrist, and hand.
- A doctor will often use a stethoscope to listen to the sounds of the arteria ulnaris and check for any abnormalities.
- Damage to the arteria ulnaris can result in inadequate blood supply to the muscles of the forearm and wrist.
- An arteria ulnaris injury can be identified through physical examination, imaging tests, or an angiogram.
- Surgeons often have to carefully locate the arteria ulnaris during reconstructive hand or wrist surgery.