A Study of Bifurcation of the Abdominal Aorta in Cadavers
Journal Title: MedPulse -International Medical Journal - Year 2015, Vol 2, Issue 12
Abstract
Aim: To study the morphology of the bifurcation of the abdominal aorta. Objectives: To determine the vertebral level of bifurcation of the abdominal aorta. Materials and methods: Fifty embalmed cadavers were dissected. The vertebral level of bifurcation of the abdominal aorta was noted. Results: The vertebral level of bifurcation of the abdominal aorta was found to be located between Intervertebral disc (IVD) L3-L4 to upper 1/3rd of L5. In 14 (28%) cases, it was located at the level of lower 1/3rd of L4. Conclusion: In conclusion, the present study provides a comprehensive data about the vertebral level of bifurcation of the abdominal aorta which will help in interpretation of radiographs and during surgery of different types of abdominal pathology in Indian population.
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Kruti Bharatkumar Tapiyawala, M Natarajan
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