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Abdominal Aorta Anatomy
The aorta is the largest artery in the body. It is divided into three main segments:
  • Aortic arch:
    • Originates at the heart
    • Supplies the coronary arteries and the head Images
  • Thoracic aorta:
    • Supplies the chest wall Images
  • Abdominal aorta:
    • Supplies the abdomen Images
    • Splits into the iliac vessels, which supply the pelvis and lower extremities Images
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Last Updated: Jun 23, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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