Ileocolic artery
Ileocolic Artery
The Ileocolic artery (pronunciation: il-e-o-KO-lik AR-ter-ee) is a branch of the superior mesenteric artery that supplies blood to the ileum and the cecum.
Etymology
The term "Ileocolic artery" is derived from the Latin words "ileum" which means twisted intestine and "colic" which refers to the colon.
Anatomy
The Ileocolic artery is the most inferior branch of the superior mesenteric artery. It travels towards the right lower quadrant of the abdomen, where it divides into a superior branch and an inferior branch. The superior branch supplies the ileum and the cecum, while the inferior branch supplies the appendix.
Related Terms
- Superior mesenteric artery: A large artery that supplies blood to the small intestine, cecum, and colon.
- Ileum: The third and longest part of the small intestine.
- Cecum: The first part of the large intestine into which the ileum opens.
- Appendix: A small, finger-like extension of the large intestine.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ileocolic artery
- Wikipedia's article - Ileocolic artery
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