Aorrta

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.

Curves over the heart, giving off branches that supply the brain, head, neck, and arms. Aorrta

It delivers oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to organs and supporting tissue throughout the body. The first section, attaching directly to the heart's

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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

A weakened or bulging area on the aorta wall that can occur anywhere along its length.