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Arcuate arteries of the kidneyArcuate arteries of the kidney - definitionThese are the branches of the interlobar arteries that form a part of the kidney. These make up the arches above the pyramidal base.
Arcuate arteries of the kidney - locationThe arteries are situated at the border of the renal cortex and the renal medulla.
Arcuate arteries of the kidney - appearanceThese structures are curved or arc-like in appearance owing to the shape of the renal medulla. For this reason, the arteries are referred to as “arcuate” meaning “arched” or “bowed.” At the meeting point of the cortex and the medulla, they turn at a right angle to the parent stem and proceed in a direction approximately parallel to the surface of the kidney.
Arcuate arteries of the kidney - picturesGet a peek into the physical appearance of these structures with the help of these images.
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