Carotid Artery
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Carotid Artery Definition
One of two arteries that supply oxygenated blood to the head and neck; the left common carotid branches from the aorta and the right common carotid from the innominate (brachiocephalic artery).
Carotid Artery Synonyms
Carotid Artery, CAROTID ARTERY
Terms in Carotid Artery category
Common Carotid ArteryInternal Carotid Artery
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