Dorsal (Basal Metacarpal) Arch Exam
- On exam the dorsal metacarpal arteries are not visible or palpable.
- The dorsal metacarpal arteries can assessed by doppler exam.
Diagrams & Photos
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Dorsal arteries of the hand and wrist. -
Doppler exam of the first dorsal metacarpal artery.
Key Points
- There can be significant individual variability in dorsal metacarpal artery patterns.