Esophageal arteries
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Esophageal Arteries are a group of arteries that supply blood to the esophagus. They originate from different sources depending on their location in the esophagus.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "Esophageal Arteries" is derived from the Latin word "esophagus" which means "gullet" and the Greek word "arteria" which means "windpipe, artery".
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The esophageal arteries are divided into three groups based on their origin:
1. Inferior Thyroid Arteries: These arteries originate from the thyrocervical trunk, which is a branch of the subclavian artery. They supply the upper part of the esophagus.
2. Thoracic Aorta: The branches of the thoracic aorta supply the middle and lower parts of the esophagus.
3. Left Gastric Artery: This artery originates from the celiac trunk and supplies the lowermost part of the esophagus.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of the esophageal arteries is to supply oxygenated blood to the esophagus. This ensures the proper functioning of the esophagus in carrying food and liquid from the mouth to the stomach.
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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
