Definition of Abdominal aorta

1. Noun. A branch of the descending aorta.

Generic synonyms: Aorta
Group relationships: Abdomen, Belly, Stomach, Venter

Medical Definition of Abdominal aorta

1. The largest arterial conduit below the diaphragm. This term refers to the portion of the aorta below the diaphragm to the bifurcation into the right and left common iliac arteries. It supplies blood to the abdominal viscera, pelvic organs and lower extremities. (20 Jun 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Abdominal Aorta

abditive
abditories
abditory
abdomens
abdomin-
abdomina
abdominal
abdominal-thrust maneuver
abdominal-thrust maneuvers
abdominal abscess
abdominal actinomycosis
abdominal adhesions
abdominal angina
abdominal aorta (current term)
abdominal aortic aneurysm
abdominal aortic plexus
abdominal apoplexy
abdominal ballottement
abdominal breathing
abdominal cavities
abdominal cavity
abdominal dropsy
abdominal evisceration
abdominal external oblique muscle
abdominal fibromatosis

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