Aortic Arch Anatomy Unisex Sweatshirt
Minimal anatomy. Maximum impact.
Featuring a bold, simplified silhouette of the aortic arch and its three major branches, this sweatshirt turns an instantly recognizable piece of vascular anatomy into clean, understated medical apparel. The high-contrast chest graphic is designed to stand out without looking overly busy—perfect for radiologists, interventional radiologists, cardiologists, vascular surgeons, residents, medical students and anatomy enthusiasts.
Made from heavyweight 300 GSM fleece, it provides warmth and structure while remaining soft and comfortable enough for everyday wear. The unisex regular fit, classic crew neck and ribbed cuffs and hem create a relaxed silhouette suitable for all genders.
PRODUCT DETAILS
• Fabric: 90% cotton and 10% polyester
• Fabric weight: Heavyweight 300 GSM fleece
• Fit: Unisex regular fit
• Neckline: Classic crew neck
• Finish: Ribbed neckline, cuffs and hem
• Design: Bold single-colour aortic arch chest graphic
• Feel: Thick, soft, warm and breathable
• Suitable for casual wear, study sessions, conferences, department gatherings and gifting
FIT GUIDANCE
Choose your usual size for a comfortable regular fit. Size up by one size if you prefer a relaxed or oversized appearance. Please refer to the size chart before ordering, as measurements may vary slightly.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
• Wash inside-out in cold water
• Use a mild detergent and a gentle wash cycle
• Do not bleach
• Line dry when possible or tumble dry on low heat
• Iron inside-out on low heat, never directly over the printed design
The story behind the design — the branch nobody names correctly
Three vessels leave this arch: brachiocephalic trunk, left common carotid, left subclavian. When the first two share an origin — around 13% of people, and considerably more in some populations — everyone calls it a “bovine arch.”
It is a misnomer, and a well-documented one. Cattle do not have that arch. In cattle a single great vessel leaves the aorta and then divides into a bicarotid trunk and both subclavians — a pattern that looks nothing like the human variant it lends its name to. Radiology has been told this since at least 2006 and has cheerfully carried on saying it anyway.
Layton KF, Kallmes DF, Cloft HJ, et al. Bovine aortic arch variant in humans: clarification of a common misnomer. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol 2006;27:1541–1542.