Aorta vs Deltoid
| Propriété | Aorta | Deltoid |
|---|---|---|
| Nom latin | Aorta | Musculus deltoideus |
| Type | Vessel | Muscle |
| Système corporel | Cardiovascular | Muscular |
| Région corporelle | Heart Region | Shoulder |
| Fonction | 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 abductor of the shoulder joint. The anterior fibers flex and medially rotate the arm. The posterior fibers extend and laterally rotate the arm. Gives the shoulder its rounded … |
| Signification clinique | 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 … | Deltoid paralysis from axillary nerve injury prevents arm abduction. The deltoid is a common site for intramuscular injections. Rotator cuff tears may cause compensatory deltoid overuse. |
| FMA ID | 3734 | 32521 |