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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 Artery
Internal Carotid Artery



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