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Inferior Mesenteric Artery

Description:

The inferior mesenteric artery is a major blood vessel in the body that supplies oxygenated blood to the large intestine, including the rectum and the sigmoid colon.

Usage:

Sense 1:

Noun (Anatomy)

The inferior mesenteric artery is an important artery that originates from the abdominal aorta and provides blood supply to the lower part of the gastrointestinal tract.

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Sense 2:

Noun (Surgery)

In surgical procedures, the inferior mesenteric artery may be ligated or removed to treat certain conditions, such as colorectal cancer.

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Sense 3:

Noun (Medicine)

The inferior mesenteric artery may become narrowed or blocked, leading to conditions like mesenteric ischemia, which requires medical intervention.

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Sense 4:

Adjective (Comparison)

When comparing the sizes or qualities of two things, one might be considered inferior to another, just as the mesenteric artery can be smaller than other major arteries in the body.

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Sample Sentences:

1. The surgeon carefully identified and preserved the inferior mesenteric artery during the operation.
2. In cases of severe abdominal pain, a blockage in the inferior mesenteric artery should be considered.
3. Compared to the superior mesenteric artery, the inferior mesenteric artery is relatively smaller in size.