Palatine artery
Palatine Artery
The Palatine Artery is a branch of the Maxillary Artery that supplies blood to the hard palate and soft palate. It is divided into two main branches: the Greater Palatine Artery and the Lesser Palatine Artery.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The Palatine Artery originates from the third part of the Maxillary Artery in the Pterygopalatine Fossa. It descends through the Greater Palatine Canal to reach the palate.
Greater Palatine Artery[edit | edit source]
The Greater Palatine Artery is the larger of the two branches. It descends through the Greater Palatine Canal, supplying the hard palate and the gums. It also sends a branch to the nasal septum.
Lesser Palatine Artery[edit | edit source]
The Lesser Palatine Artery is smaller and supplies the soft palate and the tonsils. It descends through the Lesser Palatine Canal.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
Damage to the Palatine Artery can result in significant bleeding due to its rich blood supply to the palate. This is particularly relevant in surgical procedures involving the palate or tonsils.
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