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superior mesenteric artery

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun superior mesenteric artery has 1 sense
  1. superior mesenteric artery - originates from the upper part of the aorta that supplies the small intestines and the cecum and the colon
    --1 is a kind of
    mesenteric artery, arteria mesenterica

Definitions from the Web

Term: Superior Mesenteric Artery

Definition:

The Superior Mesenteric Artery (SMA) is a major blood vessel that arises from the abdominal aorta and supplies blood to the organs of the abdominal cavity, including the small intestine, appendix, and parts of the large intestine.

Sample Sentences:
  • The superior mesenteric artery is responsible for delivering oxygenated blood to the intestines.
  • A blockage in the superior mesenteric artery can lead to serious medical complications.
  • Surgeons often perform vascular procedures to address issues related to the superior mesenteric artery.
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