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Table 2 Characteristics of the vascular supply

From: Anatomical study for the treatment of proximal humeral fracture through the medial approach

  

Study subjects (Total 38), n (%)

1. ACHA and PCHA have same origin

No

32(84.3)

 

Yes*

6(15.7)

2. PCHA variation

Classical

33(86.8)

 

SSA

4(10.5)

 

DBA*

1(2.6)

3. Perforator vessel exist

No

36(94.7)

 

Yes*

2(5.3)

4. PCHA: ACHA

Ratio ≥ 1.5

32(84.3)

 

Ratio < 1.5*

6(15.7)

  1. *: Relatively high-risk structure; *: Relatively low-risk structure
  2. Classical: PCHA originated from the axillary artery
  3. SSA: PCHA originated from the subscapular artery
  4. DBA: PCHA originated from the deep brachial artery
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Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research

ISSN: 1749-799X