Carotid Arteries

Either of the two principal arteries on both sides of the neck that supply blood to the head and neck; each divides into two branches, the internal carotid artery and the external carotid artery.

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Tree Number(s): A07.015.114.186

MeSH Unique ID: D002339

Entry Terms:

• Arteries, Carotid
• Artery, Carotid
• Carotid Artery

See Also:

• Ultrasonography, Carotid Arteries

All MeSH Categories
Anatomy Category
Cardiovascular System
Blood Vessels
Arteries
Carotid Arteries
Carotid Artery, Common
Carotid Artery, External
Carotid Artery, Internal
Carotid Sinus