The parietal branches of the thoracic aorta include the ________.
A) bronchial arteries
B) esophageal arteries
C) mediastinal arteries
D) pericardial arteries
E) intercostal arteries

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The parietal branches of the thoracic aorta primarily include intercostal arteries, which supply the muscles and tissues of the thoracic cage. The other options listed are branches of other arteries, such as the bronchial arteries branching from the aorta but not specifically the parietal branches.

The Parietal Branches of the Thoracic Aorta Include the ________