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The maxillary artery is one of the first branches of the external carotid artery. A thorough understanding of its course and branches is required for the first state examination in medicine (Physikum). This artery remains relevant in clinical practice. It is located within the parotid gland. The maxillary artery passes through the pterygopalatine fossa and gives off the following branches: Anterior tympanic artery Inferior alveolar artery Middle meningeal artery Deep auricular artery Masseteric artery Accessory meningeal artery Deep temporal artery Buccal artery Sphenopalatine artery Descent palatine artery Infraorbital artery Pterygoid canal artery Pharyngellic artery Posterior superior alveolar artery Descent palatine artery Inferior alveolar artery ... This video will take a closer look at the most important structures. You can find the complete learning overview in the download section.