Arteria: Rectalis

The (rectal artery) refers to a group of three primary blood vessels—superior, middle, and inferior—that supply oxygenated blood to the rectum and anal canal. These arteries are critical for the healthy function of the digestive tract and play a significant role in surgical procedures like hemorrhoid ligation and rectal cancer surgery. Primary Arterial Supply

The blood supply is divided into three levels based on the section of the rectum they serve: arteria rectalis