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introductionstatpearls· Introduction· item NBK535372

The dorsalis pedis artery (DPA) is a main artery of the foot. It is a continuation of the anterior tibial artery as it crosses the ankle joint. One of the primary functions of the DPA is to carry oxygenated blood to the dorsum of the foot.[1]