metatarsal artery

Introduction

One of 4 plantar or 4 dorsal metatarsal arteries associated with the metatarsal bones. Each divides distally into a medial & lateral digital artery, supplying the dorsal or plantar aspect of the medial or lateral sides of 2 toes.

More specific terms

• dorsal metatarsal artery
• plantar metatarsal artery