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Ósæðin, also known as the aorta, is the largest artery in the human body. It originates from the left ventricle of the heart and extends down to the abdomen. The primary function of the aorta is to transport oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body. It is a muscular and elastic vessel that plays a crucial role in maintaining blood pressure and circulation.
The aorta is divided into several sections. The ascending aorta is the initial part that rises from
The wall of the aorta is composed of three layers: the tunica intima (innermost), tunica media (middle,
Diseases affecting the aorta can be serious. These include aortic aneurysm, a bulging or swelling of the