(anatomy) Any of the muscular- and elastic-walled blood vessels forming part of the circulation system by which blood is conveyed away from the heart regardless of its oxygenation status; see pulmonary artery. Aorta The great artery which carries the blood from the heart to all parts of the ...
Aortic anatomyEnlargement of ascending aortaAortic arch hypoplasiaComputed tomographyCoarctation of the aorta (CoA) is a congenital heart disease characterized by the narrowing of the aorta, resulting in reduced blood flow to the body and increased pressure in the left ventricle. The pathophysiology of...
Anatomy of the abdominal aorta The abdominal aorta commences at the level of the diaphragm, where it enters through the aortic hiatus and lies just in front of the spine. It descends slightly to the left of the midline to the level of the fourth lumbar vertebra, where it divides into the...
Aberrant subclavian artery origins, bovine arch, and visceral artery anatomic anomalies can be easily demonstrated, and 3D postprocessing can be used effectively when 3D vascular anatomy is complex (Figs. 7 and 14) [50,51]. Sign in to download full-size image Sign in to download full-size ...
Key Features/Anatomical Relations The root of the aorta is found at the junction between the outflow tract of the left ventricle and the ascending aorta. The aortic sinuses are situated here. Function The root of the aorta provides the supporting structure for the aortic valve leaflets and gives...
chest,pectus,thorax- the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates Based on WordNet 3.0, Farlex clipart collection. © 2003-2012 Princeton University, Farlex Inc. Want to thank TFD for its existence?Tell a friend about us, ad...
The ascending aorta is the initial component of the aorta and thus is under considerable pressure during ventricular systole; therefore, it has a thick muscular wall and a high elastin content. Near its origin, the ascending aorta gives off two branches, the right and left coronary arteries, wh...
With advancements in technology and a better understanding of human cardiovascular physiology, research as well as clinical care can go beyond dimensional anatomy offered by traditional imaging and investigate aortic functional properties and the impact disease has on this function. Linking the knowledge ...
Together with the clinical history and clinical examination, the radiologist plays a vital role in assisting the ordering clinician in arriving at the correct diagnosis. Normal anatomy and variations The aortic wall comprises 3 distinct layers. The adventitia is the outermost layer; it is composed ...
Function of the Aorta The aorta carries and distributes oxygen-rich blood to all arteries. Most major arteries branch off from the aorta, with the exception of the main pulmonary artery. Structure of the Aortic Walls The walls of the aorta consist of three layers. They are the tunica adventi...