(anatomy) One of the large arteries supplying blood to the pelvis and legs.

plural of iliac artery

(anatomy) Either of the two large arteries arising from the bifurcation of the abdominal aorta which occurs at the level of the fourth lumbar vertebra.

(anatomy) The outer branch of the common iliac artery on either side of the body that passes beneath the inguinal ligament to become the femoral artery.

(anatomy) The inner branch of the common iliac artery on either side of the body.

plural of external iliac artery

plural of common iliac artery