The Arteries Characteristics Symmetry In the trunk of the body consist parietal and visceral branches Shortest possible course a Run on flexor surfaces a Usually do not pass directly through muscles, avoiding compression Together with the veins and nerves in a sheath of fascia to form neurovascular bundleThe Arteries Characteristics ◼ Symmetry ◼ In the trunk of the body consist parietal and visceral branches ◼ Shortest possible course ❑ Run on flexor surfaces ❑ Usually do not pass directly through muscles, avoiding compression ◼ Together with the veins and nerves in a sheath of fascia to form neurovascular bundle