Aorta vs Diaphragm
| Propriété | Aorta | Diaphragm |
|---|---|---|
| Nom latin | Aorta | Musculus diaphragma |
| Type | Vessel | Muscle |
| Système corporel | Cardiovascular | Muscular |
| Région corporelle | Heart Region | Thorax |
| 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 muscle of respiration. Contraction flattens the dome-shaped muscle, increasing thoracic volume and creating negative pressure to draw air into the lungs during inspiration. |
| 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 … | Diaphragmatic hernias allow abdominal organs to enter the thoracic cavity. Phrenic nerve paralysis causes diaphragmatic elevation. Hiccups result from involuntary diaphragmatic spasms. |
| FMA ID | 3734 | 13295 |