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aortic arch

part of the aorta between the ascending and descending aorta

Key facts

Precursor: Fourth left pharyngeal arch artery
Source: Ascending aorta
Branches: Brachiocephalic trunk Left common carotid artery Left subclavian artery 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 .
Latin: arcus aortae
Ta98: A12.2.04.001

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The aortic arch, arch of the aorta, or transverse aortic arch ( English: /eɪˈɔːrtɪk/) 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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