Corpus: Temporopolar artery
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Synonyms: Ramus temporopolaris
English:
Definition[Bearbeiten]
The temporopolar artery is a terminal branch of the M1 segment of the middle cerebral artery (ACM) that supplies the temporal lobe.
Anatomy[Bearbeiten]
The temporopolar artery usually arises directly from the middle cerebral artery, but can also arise from the anterior temporal artery. It runs over the lower surface of the operculum.
Function[Bearbeiten]
The temporopolar artery supplies the polar and anterolateral part of the temporal lobe.