Aortic Plexus (Noun)
Meaning
A plexus of lymph nodes in the lower portion of the abdominal aorta.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The aortic plexus is a complex network of lymph nodes that surrounds the abdominal aorta and plays a crucial role in the immune system.
- The surgeon carefully dissected the aortic plexus to avoid damaging the surrounding lymph nodes during the abdominal surgery.
- The aortic plexus is located in the lower portion of the abdominal aorta, near the junction with the common iliac arteries.
- The radiologist used CT scans to visualize the aortic plexus and assess the extent of lymph node involvement in the patient's cancer.
- The aortic plexus is an important site for the drainage of lymphatic fluid from the abdominal organs, including the kidneys and adrenal glands.