Posterior tibial artery

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The posterior tibial artery is a continuation of the popliteal artery as one of its terminal branches. Overall, the posterior tibial artery provides blood supply to the posterior compartment of the lower leg (including the superficial and deep muscles) and to the plantar surface of the foot.

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