Inferior rectal artery
Inferior Rectal Artery
The Inferior Rectal Artery (pronounced: /ɪnˈfɪərɪər ˈrɛktəl ˈɑːrtəri/), also known as the Inferior Hemorrhoidal Artery, is a small artery that supplies blood to the lower part of the anus and rectum.
Etymology
The term "Inferior Rectal Artery" is derived from the Latin words "inferior" meaning lower, "rectus" meaning straight, and "arteria" meaning windpipe or artery.
Anatomy
The Inferior Rectal Artery originates from the internal pudendal artery, a branch of the internal iliac artery. It descends to the anal canal, dividing into several branches that supply the lower part of the rectum and the anal canal.
Related Terms
- Internal Pudendal Artery: The artery from which the Inferior Rectal Artery originates.
- Internal Iliac Artery: The main artery that gives off the Internal Pudendal Artery.
- Anal Canal: The final part of the large intestine, which is supplied by the Inferior Rectal Artery.
- Rectum: The final section of the large intestine, terminating at the anus.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Inferior rectal artery
- Wikipedia's article - Inferior rectal artery
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