Chapter 21, Problem 28CP

Summary Introduction

To review:

The paired and unpaired visceral branches of the abdominal aorta. Also, the abdominal aorta's parietal branches indicating region of blood supply.

Introduction:

Aorta is the body's largest artery that contains four major regions, which are ascending aorta, the aortic arch, the abdominal aorta, and the thoracic aorta. Oxygenated blood is supplied to the body organs from the right ventricle through the aorta. The abdominal aorta includes both paired and unpaired visceral and parietal arteries.