Aortic arch
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For the embryological structure, see Aortic arches.
The aortic arch, arch of the aorta, or transverse aortic arch (English: /eɪˈɔːrtɪk/[1][2]) is the part of the aorta between the ascending and descending aorta. The arch travels backward, so that it ultimately runs to the left of the trachea.
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Aortic arch | |
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Details | |
Precursor | Fourth left pharyngeal arch artery |
Source | Ascending aorta |
Branches | Continues as descending aorta, thoracic part |
Vein | Combination of superior and inferior vena cava |
Supplies | From its branches, the upper body, arms, head and neck. As a part of the aorta, the entire body, with exception of the respiratory zone of the lung and the heart. |
Identifiers | |
Latin | arcus aortae |
TA98 | A12.2.04.001 |
TA2 | 4177 |
FMA | 3768 |
Anatomical terminology |
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