Superior Mesenteric Artery: Anatomy & Function - Cleveland Clinic
Jul 26, 2021 · The superior mesenteric artery takes blood to the intestines. The superior mesenteric artery is a peripheral artery in the body’s circulatory system.
Superior mesenteric artery - Wikipedia
In human anatomy, the superior mesenteric artery (SMA) is an artery which arises from the anterior surface of the abdominal aorta, just inferior to the origin of the celiac trunk, and supplies blood to the intestine from the lower part of the duodenum through two-thirds of the transverse colon, as well as the pancreas.
What Is Superior Mesenteric Artery (SMA) Syndrome? - WebMD
Nov 25, 2021 · Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome is a condition that affects the duodenum — the section of the small intestine that joins the stomach. The syndrome is caused by the compressing of...
The Superior Mesenteric Artery - Position - Branches ...
Apr 20, 2024 · The superior mesenteric artery (SMA) is a major artery of the abdomen. It arises from the abdominal aorta, and supplies arterial blood to the organs of the midgut – which spans from the major duodenal papilla (of the duodenum) to the proximal 2/3 of the transverse colon.
SMA Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and Outlook
May 17, 2022 · Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome is a rare type of compression of the small intestine. It’s treatable, but late diagnosis can lead to worse symptoms.
Superior mesenteric artery: Anatomy - Kenhub
Jul 25, 2023 · The superior mesenteric artery arises from the abdominal aorta at the level of the first lumbar vertebral body L1, approximately a centimeter below the coeliac trunk. It arises above the renal arteries (that arise at vertebral level L1-L2).
Anatomy, Abdomen and Pelvis: Superior Mesenteric Artery
Jul 24, 2023 · Superior mesenteric artery syndrome occurs when the third and fourth portions of the duodenum become compressed between the abdominal aorta and the superior mesenteric artery. Its symptoms include early satiety, nausea, vomiting, and sharp postprandial abdominal pain due to small bowel obstruction.