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carotid artery |
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carotid artery [kə′räd·əd ′ärd·ə·rē] (anatomy) Either of the two principal arteries on both sides of the neck that supply blood to the head and neck. Also known as common carotid artery. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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It was pierced by a very small but very deep wound, which had divided the carotid artery. |
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