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.

See also

• Iliac vein

Arteries | Perineum | Pelvis