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Aorta

The aorta is a large blood vessel that carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. It leaves the heart, arches upward, then travels down through the chest and into the abdomen.

The aorta has two main portions:

  • The thoracic portion of the aorta travels through the chest and supplies blood to the upper body.
  • The abdominal portion of the aorta travels through the abdomen and supplies blood to the lower body.

Current as of: May 1, 2025

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

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OB GYN Associates is now known as OB GYN Associates a Division of AVINA Women’s Care has changed to a new electronic medical records system with the new association.  

Patients will need to sign up for the new portal. 

 Our previous electronic medical system will be open for past bills only.