Colic Artery (Noun)
Meaning
Arteries that supply blood to the colon.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The inferior and superior mesenteric arteries give off smaller branches known as colic arteries that supply the large intestine.
- The right and middle colic arteries branch off from the superior mesenteric artery to supply the corresponding sections of the colon.
- Damage to the colic arteries can restrict blood flow to the colon and lead to tissue necrosis and other complications.
- Surgeons must carefully identify and free the colic arteries before performing surgery on the colon.
- Radiology tests such as a CT angiogram can reveal abnormalities in the colic arteries, guiding further diagnosis and treatment.