The first section, attaching directly to the heart's left ventricle and containing the aortic valve , which prevents blood from leaking back into the heart.
The accumulation of plaque in the artery walls, which narrows the lumen and weakens the aorta. Aorrta
It delivers oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to organs and supporting tissue throughout the body. The first section, attaching directly to the heart's
A weakened or bulging area on the aorta wall that can occur anywhere along its length. A weakened or bulging area on the aorta
Travels down behind the heart through the chest ( thoracic aorta ) and abdomen ( abdominal aorta ) before splitting into the iliac arteries to supply the legs. Functions
The aorta is roughly 1 foot long and about an inch in diameter at its widest point, with a three-layered wall structure designed for both strength and elasticity.
High blood pressure (hypertension), smoking, high cholesterol, and genetic connective tissue disorders (like Marfan syndrome) increase the risk of aortic failure. When to Seek Help