Aorta vs Femur
| 속성 | Aorta | Femur |
|---|---|---|
| 라틴어 명칭 | Aorta | Os femoris |
| 유형 | Vessel | Bone |
| 신체 계통 | Cardiovascular | Skeletal |
| 신체 부위 | Heart Region | Thigh |
| 기능 | 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 longest and strongest bone in the human body. Bears the weight of the body and provides attachment for powerful thigh muscles. Transmits body weight from the hip to the … |
| 임상적 의의 | 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 … | Femoral neck fractures are common in elderly patients with osteoporosis. Femoral shaft fractures result from high-energy trauma. The femoral head is susceptible to avascular necrosis. |
| FMA ID | 3734 | 24474 |
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Aorta
Aorta
The largest artery in the body, the aorta carries oxygenated blood from the left ventricle and distributes it to all tissues through its branches. Elastic recoil of its walls, the Windkessel effect, helps maintain blood …