How many blood vessels leave the heart?

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Blood Vessels of heart:
There are a total of 5 vessels that enter and leave the heart:
Superior vena cava: It is the vein carrying blood from the head, arms, and upper body to the heart.
Inferior vena cava: It is the vein carrying blood from the lower body to the heart.
Pulmonary artery: It is the artery carrying blood from the right side of the heart to the lungs.
Pulmonary vein: It is the vein carrying blood from the lungs to the left side of the heart.
Aorta: It is the main artery of the body, supplying oxygenated blood to the circulatory system.

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