Here is a quick mnemonic/memory aid “LATERAL“ to remember Lateral Sacral Artery important facts
- “Gray’s Anatomy” 📖 – Page 238
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- “Clinical Anatomy by Systems” 📖 – Page 127
- “Essential Clinical Anatomy” 📖 – Page 312
- “Anatomy & Physiology For Dummies” 📖 – Page 179
- “Atlas of Anatomy” 📖 – Page 405
- “Human Anatomy & Physiology” 📖 – Page 264
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Lateral Sacral Artery : How To Remember Easily ?
L – Lumbosacral Region: The Lateral Sacral Artery is located in the lumbosacral region of the spine.
A – Artery Branch: This artery is a branch of the internal iliac artery.
T – Tailbone Supply: It provides blood supply to the coccyx, also known as the tailbone.
E – Extension of Iliolumbar Artery: The Lateral Sacral Artery is often considered as an extension of the iliolumbar artery.
R – Region of the Sacrum: It runs alongside the lateral aspect of the sacrum.
A – Anastomoses: The Lateral Sacral Artery forms anastomoses with other arteries in the pelvic region, ensuring adequate blood supply.
L – Lower Spinal Cord: It contributes to the vascular supply of the lower spinal cord, including the sacral and coccygeal segments.
Mnemonic : LATERAL