ileal artery

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Noun ileal artery has 1 sense

ileal artery, intestinal artery, arteria ileum - branch of the superior mesenteric artery that supplies the ileum
--₁ is a kind of artery, arteria, arterial blood vessel
--₁ is a part of small intestine

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Ileal Artery

Definition:

The ileal artery is a branch of the superior mesenteric artery that supplies oxygenated blood to the lower part of the small intestine, specifically the ileum.

Sample Sentences:

The ileal artery plays a crucial role in ensuring the adequate blood supply to the ileum.
A blockage in the ileal artery can lead to ischemia in the small intestine.
Surgeons carefully dissect the ileal artery during certain abdominal procedures.

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