descending thoracic aorta
The part of the aorta that extends from the arch of the aorta to the diaphragm, and from which arises numerous branches that supply oxygenated blood to the chest cage and the organs within the chest.
| Tipo | Vessel |
| Sistema corporal | Cardiovascular |
| Estructura principal | subdivision of tube |
| FMA ID | 87217 |
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the descending thoracic aorta?
The part of the aorta that extends from the arch of the aorta to the diaphragm, and from which arises numerous branches that supply oxygenated blood to the chest cage and the organs within the chest.
What body system is the descending thoracic aorta part of?
The descending thoracic aorta is part of the Cardiovascular.
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