| carotid artery |
the artery felt in the neck below the jawbone. Often used for taking the pulse during exercise.
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| carotid artery |
The carotid artery is the main supplier of blood to the head. It branches to form the internal and external carotid arteries.
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| carotid artery dissection |
Longitudinal tearing of the carotid artery, a rare cause of stroke, occurring esp. in patients who have suffered trauma or twisting of the head and neck. SYMPTOMS: Patients may report the su
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| carotid artery hemorrhage |
Bleeding from the carotid artery. This type of hemorrhage can be rapidly fatal, because it may be profuse and may deprive the brain of oxygen. FIRST AID: The wound should be compressed with
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| carotid artery |
A major artery (right and left) in the neck supplying blood to the brain.
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