Right paracentral branch of callosomarginal artery (Ramus paracentralis arteriae callosomarginalis)
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Anatomy
Arises from the callosomarginal artery and ascends onto the paracentral lobule, supplying the sensorimotor homunculus representation for the contralateral leg and foot.
Clinical notes
Infarction causes isolated spastic monoparesis and sensory deficit of the contralateral lower extremity, along with uninhibited neurogenic bladder symptoms.
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FAQ
What is the role of the Right paracentral branch of callosomarginal artery?
Arises from the callosomarginal artery and ascends onto the paracentral lobule, supplying the sensorimotor homunculus representation for the contralateral leg and foot.
Why is the Right paracentral branch of callosomarginal artery clinically important?
Infarction causes isolated spastic monoparesis and sensory deficit of the contralateral lower extremity, along with uninhibited neurogenic bladder symptoms.
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