Left External Iliac Artery- Mnemonic [ NEVER FORGET AGAIN ]

L – Lumen Location: The Left External Iliac Artery is located on the left side of the lower abdomen, just below the navel.

E – Endarterectomy: Left External Iliac Artery may require endarterectomy, a surgical procedure to remove plaque buildup.

F – Femoral Connection: The artery connects with the Femoral Artery, providing blood flow to the lower extremities.

T – Thrombosis Risk: Patients with atherosclerosis are at risk of thrombosis in the Left External Iliac Artery.

I – Iliopsoas Overlap: The artery runs beneath the iliopsoas muscle in the abdomen.

L – Lymph Nodes Nearby: There are lymph nodes near the Left External Iliac Artery that can be affected in certain diseases.

I – Iliac Branches: The artery has branches, such as the inferior epigastric artery and deep circumflex iliac artery, that supply nearby structures.

A – Anatomy Awareness: Surgeons must be highly aware of the artery’s anatomy when performing procedures in the lower abdomen.

C – Collateral Circulation: In cases of artery blockage, collateral circulation from nearby vessels may compensate for reduced blood flow.

Mnemonic :   LEFT ILIAC