Aorta

Aorta

Begins at the aortic root emerging from the left ventricle. The ascending aorta gives off coronary arteries, the aortic arch gives off brachiocephalic, left common carotid, and left subclavian arteries. The descending aorta passes through the thorax and abdomen, bifurcating into common iliac arteries at L4.

Tür Vessel
Vücut Sistemi Cardiovascular
Vücut Bölgesi Heart Region
Latince Adı Aorta
FMA ID 3734

İşlev

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 walls (Windkessel effect).

Klinik Önemi

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 narrowing.

Alt Yapılar

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Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

What is the Aorta?
Begins at the aortic root emerging from the left ventricle. The ascending aorta gives off coronary arteries, the aortic arch gives off brachiocephalic, left common carotid, and left subclavian arteries. The descending aorta passes through the thorax and abdomen, bifurcating into common iliac arterie
What is the function of the Aorta?
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 walls (Windkessel effect).
What body system is the Aorta part of?
The Aorta is part of the Cardiovascular.
What conditions affect the Aorta?
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 narrowing.
Where is the Aorta located?
The Aorta is located in the Heart Region region of the body.

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