posterior scrotal artery

An artery that branches from the internal pudendal artery and supplies the scrotum.

Tipo Vessel
Estrutura pai artery
FMA ID 20853

Perguntas frequentes

What is the posterior scrotal artery?
The posterior scrotal artery is a small arterial branch of the internal pudendal artery that supplies oxygenated blood to the scrotum, specifically its posterior aspect.
Where is the posterior scrotal artery located?
The posterior scrotal artery arises from the internal pudendal artery in the perineum and courses to the posterior surface of the scrotum. It runs within the superficial perineal pouch to reach its target tissue.
What is the function of the posterior scrotal artery?
The posterior scrotal artery delivers oxygenated blood to the skin and subcutaneous tissues of the scrotum, supporting the viability of scrotal integument and underlying structures.
What conditions may be associated with the posterior scrotal artery?
The posterior scrotal artery may be involved in perineal vascular injury following trauma, surgical procedures, or infection such as Fournier's gangrene. Compromise of its blood supply may be associated with poor wound healing in the perineal region.
What does the posterior scrotal artery look like?
The posterior scrotal artery is a small arterial vessel coursing in the superficial perineal tissues. It is typically visualized only on detailed angiographic studies or high-resolution pelvic imaging when specifically sought.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.