Variation of superficial palmar arch: a case report

Variation in the anatomical arterial anastomoses of the hand is frequently reported. The present case reports the superficial palmar arch exclusively formed by the ulnar artery and its branches. About the lateral one third of the arch is completed by the median artery, taking its origin from the common interosseous artery. The arch had given off four branches, with an additional branch arising from the median artery. Therefore, knowledge of superficial palmar arch is important for surgical procedures of hand. Identifying the median artery is important, for its presence and participation in the arch completion has anatomical embryological and surgical importance

Anatomical variation of ligamentum teres of liver - a case report

Variations related to the liver are frequently encountered. This case reports the variant course of ligamentum teres present and its attachment along the inferior margin of falciform ligament which was embedded in a tunnel formed by the liver parenchyma. It also reports a complete absence of the quadrate lobe. This knowledge can be fruitfully utilized by anatomists, embryologists, radiologists and surgeons respectively for academic interest, to avoid possible errors in interpretation and subsequent misdiagnosis, and to assist in planning an appropriate surgical approach that is crucial for determining the patient outcome