Which statement about the Dorsalis Pedis Artery is NOT correct?

The statement that is not correct is that the Dorsalis Pedis Artery is a branch of the peroneal artery. In reality, the Dorsalis Pedis Artery is typically the continuation of the anterior tibial artery. The anterior tibial artery runs down the front of the leg and as it passes into the foot, it changes its name to the Dorsalis Pedis Artery at the level of the ankle.

The Dorsalis Pedis Artery has an important role in supplying blood to the dorsum of the foot and is critical for assessing circulation in the lower extremity. While the peroneal artery is an important artery in the lower leg that branches from the posterior tibial artery, it does not directly contribute to the formation of the Dorsalis Pedis Artery.

Understanding this anatomical relationship clarifies why the statement about the Dorsalis Pedis being a branch of the peroneal artery is incorrect, as its origin comes from the anterior tibial artery instead. The other statements correctly describe various aspects of the Dorsalis Pedis Artery's location and connections.