First septal branch of posterior interventricular artery (Ramus septalis posterior primus arteriae coronariae dextrae)

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Anatomy

The initial penetrating septal branch of the posterior descending artery (PDA), supplying the AV node and the inferobasal interventricular septum.

Clinical notes

Occlusion during inferior myocardial infarction precipitates high-degree or complete atrioventricular block necessitating urgent transvenous pacing.

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FAQ

What is the role of the First septal branch of posterior interventricular artery?

The initial penetrating septal branch of the posterior descending artery (PDA), supplying the AV node and the inferobasal interventricular septum.

Why is the First septal branch of posterior interventricular artery clinically important?

Occlusion during inferior myocardial infarction precipitates high-degree or complete atrioventricular block necessitating urgent transvenous pacing.

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