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The aorta is roughly 1 foot long and about an inch in diameter at its widest point, with a three-layered wall structure designed for both strength and elasticity.

Rises upward from the heart, providing oxygenated blood to the heart muscle itself via the coronary arteries. Aorrta

High blood pressure (hypertension), smoking, high cholesterol, and genetic connective tissue disorders (like Marfan syndrome) increase the risk of aortic failure. When to Seek Help The aorta is roughly 1 foot long and