Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Arteria Ileocolica.
Arteria Ileocolica - as a noun
An artery that originates from the superior mesenteric artery and supplies the terminal part of the ileum and the cecum and the vermiform appendix and the ascending colon
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ileocolic arteryExample Sentences
"The arteria ileocolica is a branch of the superior mesenteric artery."
"The arteria ileocolica supplies blood to the terminal part of the ileum and the beginning of the cecum."
"In laparoscopic surgery, the arteria ileocolica may need to be dissected and ligated."
"The arteria ileocolica can sometimes have anatomical variations in its origin and course."
"An injury to the arteria ileocolica can lead to ischemia of the small intestine."
