The mesentery carries blood to which organ?

The mesentery is a fold of tissue that attaches the intestines to the posterior abdominal wall and is crucial for the support and stabilization of the intestines. It plays a critical role in the vascular supply to the intestines, particularly the small intestine and portions of the large intestine. Blood vessels, including the superior mesenteric artery, run through the mesentery to provide oxygenated blood to these intestinal regions, facilitating important functions such as nutrient absorption and digestion.

While the stomach and pancreas are also vital organs in the digestive system, they receive their blood supply from different arteries, such as the celiac trunk for the stomach and branches of the splenic artery for the pancreas. Thus, the mesentery specifically functions to supply blood to the intestines, making its correct association clear.