Arteria Appendicelaris -

Because it is an (meaning it lacks significant collateral circulation), any blockage or thrombosis caused by inflammation (appendicitis) can rapidly cause gangrene, necrosis, or perforation of the appendix.

(anatomically known in Latin as the arteria appendicularis and sometimes misspelled as appendicelaris ) is the terminal blood vessel supplying the vermiform appendix. arteria appendicelaris

Published in 2024, this paper explores the presence of an accessory appendicular artery (often called the artery of Seshachalam), which acts as a secondary blood supply and is critical to avoid during appendectomies. You can view the publication on the Wiley Online Library . 🏥 Surgical & Clinical Overviews Because it is an (meaning it lacks significant