Paraaortic lymph node

Definition

The paraaortic lymph nodes (also known as para-aortic, periaortic, and peri-aortic) are a group of lymph nodes that lie in front of the lumbar vertebral bodies near the aorta. These lymph nodes receive drainage from the lower gastrointestinal tract and the pelvic organs.

Also known as lateral aortic lymph node, lateral aortic node, para-aortic lymph node — per UBERON

The Paraaortic lymph node is a part of the Immune/Lymphatic.

Also identified as

• NCIT C77643 per UBERON