Arteria Musculophrenica (Noun)
Meaning
An artery that supplies the abdomen and intercostal muscles.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The arteria musculophrenica arises from the internal thoracic artery and descends to supply the intercostal muscles and abdominal muscles.
- During laparoscopic procedures, care must be taken to avoid damaging the arteria musculophrenica to prevent bleeding and promote healing.
- Studies have shown that the arteria musculophrenica is derived from the internal thoracic artery and provides blood supply to the rectus sheath.
- Surgeons must be aware of the location of the arteria musculophrenica when performing procedures in the abdominal region to minimize complications.
- Anatomical variations of the arteria musculophrenica can be identified using imaging techniques such as CT scans and MRI.