inferior mesenteric artery en · NOUN
Meanings
- The third major branch of the abdominal aorta, supplying the distal one-third of the transverse colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon and the proximal part of the rectum, i.e. the organs of the hindgut.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| inferior mesenteric arteries | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
celiac artery · superior mesenteric artery