Descending aorta
Descending Aorta
The Descending Aorta (pronunciation: deh-sen-ding a-or-ta) is the largest artery in the human body and a major part of the circulatory system.
Etymology
The term "aorta" originates from the Greek word "ἀορτή" (aortē), which means 'that which is hung up' or 'the great artery'. The term "descending" is derived from the Latin word "descendere", meaning 'to go down' or 'to come down', referring to the direction of blood flow in this part of the aorta.
Definition
The Descending Aorta is the section of the aorta that travels down from the aortic arch, through the chest (thoracic aorta) and into the abdomen (abdominal aorta). It carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the lower parts of the body.
Related Terms
- Aorta: The main and largest artery in the human body, originating from the left ventricle of the heart and extending down to the abdomen.
- Aortic Arch: The part of the aorta that bends between the ascending and descending aorta.
- Thoracic Aorta: The section of the aorta that runs through the thorax.
- Abdominal Aorta: The section of the aorta that runs through the abdomen.
- Circulatory System: The system that circulates blood and lymph through the body, consisting of the heart, blood vessels, blood, and the lymphatic system.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Descending aorta
- Wikipedia's article - Descending aorta
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