Abdominal Aorta and Its Branches
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Which artery is NOT a branch of the celiac trunk?

  • Middle colic artery (correct)
  • Left gastric artery
  • Right gastro-omental artery
  • Splenic artery

The inferior mesenteric artery supplies which part of the colon?

  • Cecum
  • Sigmoid colon (correct)
  • Transverse colon
  • Ascending colon

Which artery provides blood supply to the right side of the colon?

  • Left colic artery
  • Sigmoidal artery
  • Right colic artery (correct)
  • Superior rectal artery

Where does the abdominal aorta bifurcate into the common iliac arteries?

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Which of the following arteries is part of the superior mesenteric artery's distribution?

<p>Jejunal arteries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which arteries branch off the left side of the abdominal aorta?

<p>Left internal iliac artery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The inferior pancreatico-duodenal artery is a branch of which artery?

<p>Superior mesenteric artery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What structure does NOT receive blood supply from the inferior mesenteric artery?

<p>Transverse colon (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which artery branches off the superior mesenteric artery to supply the ascending colon?

<p>Ileocolic artery (A), Middle colic artery (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What artery supplies the sigmoid colon?

<p>Inferior mesenteric artery (A), Sigmoidal arteries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structures are supplied by the inferior mesenteric artery?

<p>Descending colon and rectum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following arteries originates from the front of the aorta just below the celiac trunk?

<p>Superior Mesenteric Artery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which artery is responsible for supplying the jejunal branches?

<p>Superior mesenteric artery (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The left common iliac artery bifurcates into which of the following arteries?

<p>Left internal iliac artery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the inferior pancreatico-duodenal artery primarily supply?

<p>Pancreas and duodenum (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which artery is specifically associated with blood supply to the middle colic region?

<p>Superior mesenteric artery (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the distribution of the superior mesenteric artery, which area does the ileocolic artery serve?

<p>Cecum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What organ does the left renal artery supply?

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Flashcards

Celiac Trunk Branches

The Celiac Trunk, a major branch of the abdominal aorta, supplies blood to the stomach, liver, spleen, and pancreas. It has branches like the splenic artery, left gastric artery, and common hepatic artery.

Superior Mesenteric Artery

A branch of the abdominal aorta supplying blood to the small intestine (jejunum and ileum) and parts of the large intestine (ascending and transverse colon).

Inferior Mesenteric Artery

A branch of the abdominal aorta supplying blood to the distal parts of the large intestines (descending colon, sigmoid colon, and rectum).

Abdominal Aorta Branches

The abdominal aorta distributes oxygenated blood to various abdominal organs through a network of major arteries.

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Coeliac Trunk Origin

The Celiac Trunk emerges from the front of the aorta, slightly below the level of the T12 vertebra.

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Inferior Pancreaticoduodenal Artery

A branch of the superior mesenteric artery that supplies blood to the pancreas and duodenum.

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Middle Colic Artery

A branch of the superior mesenteric artery that supplies the transverse colon.

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Left Colic Artery

Branch of the inferior mesenteric artery that supplies the descending colon and splenic flexure.

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Celiac Trunk

Major abdominal aorta branch supplying stomach, liver, spleen, & pancreas.

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Superior Mesenteric Artery

Supplies small intestine & parts of large intestine.

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Inferior Mesenteric Artery

Supplies distal parts of large intestine.

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Abdominal Aorta Branches

Distributes oxygenated blood to abdominal organs.

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Coeliac Trunk Origin

Emerges from aorta in front of it.

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Middle Colic Artery

Supplies the transverse colon.

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Left Colic Artery

Supplies the descending colon.

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Inferior Pancreaticoduodenal Artery

Blood to pancreas & duodenum.

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Splenic Artery

Supplies blood to the spleen.

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Left Renal Artery

Supplies blood to the left kidney.

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Study Notes

Abdominal Aorta Branches

  • The abdominal aorta branches into various arteries supplying blood to the abdominal organs and lower body.
  • Major branches include the celiac trunk, superior mesenteric artery, and inferior mesenteric artery.
  • The celiac trunk supplies the stomach, liver, pancreas, and spleen.
  • The superior mesenteric artery supplies the small intestine and part of the large intestine.
  • The inferior mesenteric artery supplies the remaining part of the large intestine.
  • Other branches include renal arteries (kidneys), gonadal arteries (gonads), and lumbar arteries (back).

Celiac Trunk

  • The celiac trunk is a short, major branch of the abdominal aorta.
  • It originates one centimeter below the aortic hiatus.
  • It provides blood supply to the stomach, liver, spleen, and a portion of the pancreas.
  • Three main branches of the celiac trunk include:
    • Left gastric artery
    • Splenic artery
    • Common hepatic artery.

Superior Mesenteric Artery

  • The superior mesenteric artery supplies blood to the small intestine and part of the large intestine.
  • It's located slightly inferior to the celiac trunk.
  • Its branches include:
    • Right colic artery
    • Middle colic artery
    • Inferior pancreaticoduodenal artery and branches to the small and large intestine

Inferior Mesenteric Artery

  • The inferior mesenteric artery supplies the distal portion of the large intestine.
  • It is located inferior to the superior mesenteric artery.
  • Its branches include:
    • Left colic artery
    • Sigmoid arteries

Clinical Considerations

  • Understanding the distribution of these arteries is crucial for diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the abdominal organs.
  • Blockages or damage to these arteries can impede blood flow, causing ischemia (lack of blood supply) and potentially organ damage.
  • Accurate knowledge of where these arteries branch from and their distribution helps surgeons during procedures.

Additional Arteries

  • Renal arteries: Supply the kidneys.
  • Gonadal arteries: Supply the gonads (testes or ovaries).
  • Lumbar arteries: Supply the lumbar region of the back.
  • Middle sacral artery: supplies the lower sacrum and coccyx.
  • Common iliac arteries: further branching to internal and external iliacs. Providing blood to the pelvic and lower limbs.

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This quiz tests your knowledge on the branches of the abdominal aorta, including major arteries like the celiac trunk and superior mesenteric artery. Explore how these branches supply blood to various abdominal organs and the lower body. Perfect for students studying human anatomy.

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