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In this article, I will explain the “common carotid artery” in detail.
The common carotid artery is an important blood vessel that supports blood flow in the head and neck, and has the role of sending oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the brain. In this article, we'll delve into the structure, function, and health issues of the common carotid artery. It also touches on the effects that common carotid artery disorders and diseases can have on the human body, and also introduces preventive measures and treatments. Please use this article to deepen your understanding of the body.
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What is the common carotid artery
The common carotid artery is one of the important blood vessels in the human body and supplies oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the head and neck. It supports the physiological functions of the body and plays an important role in sending nutrients to the brain.
How to read common carotid artery
The common carotid artery is read in Japanese as “sogyodomyaku.”
Characteristics of common carotid artery
There are a pair of left and right arteries, and each runs upward on the side of the neck. Starting from the heart, it divides into an external carotid artery and an internal carotid artery along the way, and each supplies blood to the head, face, and brain.
Location and location of common carotid artery
In order to accurately understand the location, a “human anatomy chart” is very useful. In the human anatomy diagram, the common carotid artery is located slightly on the side of the base of the neck, and branches left and right from the aorta extending from the heart to the face and brain.
How to remember common carotid artery
As a hint on how to remember, if you have the image of “an important path leading from heart to neck,” it will be easier to understand the function and position of the common carotid artery.
English and Latin for common carotid artery
The notation in English is “common carotid artery,” and it is called “Arteria carotis communis” in Latin. This name is used in medical literature and international communication.
Common carotid artery trivia
The common carotid artery is the part where you can feel your pulse in sync with the beat of your heart when you place your hand on the side of your neck. It is also possible to use this as part of self-diagnosis.
Tissues associated with common carotid artery: brain characteristics
The brain is the most complex and precise organ in the human body. It controls most of our behavior and physiological functions, such as thoughts, emotions, and motor control. An adequate supply of oxygen and nutrients from the common carotid artery is essential to keep the brain healthy. This supply is essential for the normal functioning of brain cells, regulation of body temperature, energy metabolism, and synthesis of important substances.
Tissues associated with common carotid artery: location and location of the brain
The brain is within the skull and does not receive blood directly from the common carotid artery. However, the common carotid artery enters the head through the neck and branches into the internal carotid artery, which supplies oxygen and nutrients to various parts of the brain. This ensures that each part of the brain continues to function properly.
Tissues associated with the common carotid artery: brain trivia
The brain accounts for only 2% of body weight, yet it consumes about 20% of the oxygen it absorbs. To meet this high energy demand, the common carotid artery plays a very important role. Also, the fine vascular network in the brain is essential for material exchange between nerve cells and other cells. This is supported by the oxygen and nutrients that blood supplied by the common carotid artery has.
Common carotid artery quiz with correct answers
Q: Where in the body is the common carotid artery located?
1. On the arm
2. In the intestines
3. On the neck
A: 3. On the neck
summary
This time, I explained the location and location of the “common carotid artery”, how to memorize it, and the English/Latin notation.
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