Chapter 21, Problem 21.3.7AYLO

Summary Introduction

To write:

The branches of thoracic aorta and the regions supplied by them.

Introduction:

The thorax is supplied by several arteries originating directly from the aorta and from the subclavian and axillary arteries. The aorta starts distal to the aortic arch and ends at the aortic hiatus, a passage through the diaphragm. Along the way, it sends off various small branches to the thoracic viscera and the body wall.