Three-Dimensional Evaluation of Superficial Temporal Artery and Its Terminal Branches: Implications for Clinical Practice.

IF 2.3 3区医学 Q1 OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY

Head and Neck-Journal for the Sciences and Specialties of the Head and Neck Pub Date : 2025-03-28 DOI:10.1002/hed.28141

Helin Yücedağ Gündoğdu, Onur Gündoğdu, Bahattin Paslı, Atiye C Karabörk Kılıç, Burcu Erçakmak Güneş

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Abstract

Background: The superficial temporal artery (STA) and its terminal branches are crucial in various clinical procedures, including reconstructive surgeries and aesthetic interventions. Understanding the depth and course of these arteries is essential to minimize complications during such procedures.

Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study analyzed head and neck computed tomography (CT) angiograms from 209 individuals aged 25-93. Parameters were evaluated using three-dimensional volume rendering technique (3D-VRT), thin-slab axial, and maximum intensity projection (MIP) images.

Results: In total, 418 STAs were examined. The STA diameter decreased and became more superficial from its origin to the bifurcation point. The mean depths of the frontal branch from the skin closest to the jugale point and the zygomatic process were 0.27 ± 0.11 cm and 0.21 ± 0.08 cm, respectively. A significant relationship was found between gender and the depth and diameter of the STA. Age-related changes were observed, with arterial diameters increasing with age.

Conclusion: Detailed anatomical data on the STA and its branches can guide the creation of safe zones and surgical planning, reducing the risk of complications in reconstructive and aesthetic procedures. This study highlights the importance of understanding the anatomical variations and the course of the STA for safe and effective clinical interventions.

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颞浅动脉及其末端分支的三维评价：对临床实践的意义。

背景：颞浅动脉（STA）及其末端分支在包括重建手术和美学干预在内的各种临床手术中至关重要。了解这些动脉的深度和路线对于减少手术过程中的并发症至关重要。方法：本回顾性横断面研究分析了209例25-93岁患者的头颈部CT血管造影。使用三维体绘制技术（3D-VRT）、薄板轴向和最大强度投影（MIP）图像评估参数。结果：共检查STAs 418例。STA直径从起始点到分叉点逐渐减小，变得更浅。额支距颈穴最近皮肤的平均深度为0.27±0.11 cm，距颧突的平均深度为0.21±0.08 cm。性别与STA的深度和直径有显著关系。观察到与年龄相关的变化，动脉直径随着年龄的增长而增加。结论：STA及其分支的详细解剖数据可以指导安全区域的建立和手术计划，减少重建和美容手术并发症的风险。本研究强调了了解STA的解剖变异和病程对于安全有效的临床干预的重要性。

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Head and Neck-Journal for the Sciences and Specialties of the Head and Neck 医学-耳鼻喉科学

CiteScore

7.00

自引率

6.90%

发文量

278

审稿时长

1.6 months

期刊介绍： Head & Neck is an international multidisciplinary publication of original contributions concerning the diagnosis and management of diseases of the head and neck. This area involves the overlapping interests and expertise of several surgical and medical specialties, including general surgery, neurosurgery, otolaryngology, plastic surgery, oral surgery, dermatology, ophthalmology, pathology, radiotherapy, medical oncology, and the corresponding basic sciences.