Temporal artery
Temporal Artery
The Temporal Artery (pronunciation: tem-puh-ruhl ahr-tuh-ree) is a significant blood vessel that branches off from the External Carotid Artery. It is responsible for supplying blood to various parts of the head, including the temporal region, scalp, and parts of the face.
Etymology
The term "Temporal Artery" is derived from the Latin word 'tempus' which means 'time'. This is because the temporal region of the head, where this artery is located, is often where the first signs of aging (gray hair) appear.
Anatomy
The Temporal Artery begins in the neck as a branch of the External Carotid Artery. It ascends to the scalp, passing over the zygomatic arch and dividing into two branches - the anterior and posterior temporal arteries. These branches supply blood to the temporal region, parts of the face, and the scalp.
Related Terms
- External Carotid Artery: The main artery from which the Temporal Artery branches off.
- Zygomatic Arch: The bony arch at the side of the skull over which the Temporal Artery passes.
- Scalp: The skin covering the head, excluding the face, which is supplied with blood by the Temporal Artery.
- Temporal Region: The side region of the head which is supplied with blood by the Temporal Artery.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Temporal artery
- Wikipedia's article - Temporal artery
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