middle suprarenal artery

arteria suprarenalis media

The middle suprarenal arteries (middle capsular arteries; suprarenal arteries) are two small vessels which arise, one from either side of the abdominal aorta, opposite the superior mesenteric artery. They pass laterally and slightly upward, over the crura of the diaphragm, to the suprarenal glands, where they anastomose with suprarenal branches of the inferior phrenic and renal arteries. In the fetus these arteries are of large size.

Type Vessel
Parent Structure suprarenal artery
Latin Name arteria suprarenalis media
FMA ID 14754

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the middle suprarenal artery?
The middle suprarenal arteries (middle capsular arteries; suprarenal arteries) are two small vessels which arise, one from either side of the abdominal aorta, opposite the superior mesenteric artery. They pass laterally and slightly upward, over the crura of the diaphragm, to the suprarenal glands,
What is the Latin name for the middle suprarenal artery?
The Latin name for the middle suprarenal artery is arteria suprarenalis media.

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