Aorta vs Lungs
| Property | Aorta | Lungs |
|---|---|---|
| Latin Name | Aorta | Pulmones |
| Type | Vessel | Organ |
| Body System | Cardiovascular | Respiratory |
| Body Region | Heart Region | Thorax |
| Function | The largest artery in the body, carrying oxygenated blood from the left ventricle to distribute to all body tissues via its branches. Maintains blood pressure through elastic recoil of its … | The primary organs of gas exchange, allowing oxygen to enter the blood and carbon dioxide to be expelled. The total surface area of the alveoli is approximately 70 square meters, … |
| Clinical Significance | Aortic aneurysm (dilation) can rupture, causing fatal hemorrhage. Aortic dissection is a life-threatening tear in the aortic wall. Atherosclerosis commonly affects the aorta. Coarctation of the aorta is a congenital … | Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death. Pneumonia is inflammation of the alveoli. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Pulmonary embolism is a life-threatening … |
| FMA ID | 3734 | 68877 |