Iliac Artery

In human anatomy, iliac artery refers to several anatomical structures located in the pelvis:

  • Common iliac artery - forms at terminus of the aorta
  • External iliac artery - forms when the common iliac artery bifurcates, continues as the femoral artery at the inguinal ligament
  • Internal iliac artery - forms when the common iliac artery bifurcates, supplies the perineum and sexual organs.