arteria lingualis

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Noun arteria lingualis has 1 sense

lingual artery, arteria lingualis - an artery originating from the external carotid artery and supplying the under side of the tongue
--₁ is a kind of artery, arteria, arterial blood vessel
--₁ is a part of mouth

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Term: arteria lingualis

Description:

The arteria lingualis is a major blood vessel that supplies oxygenated blood to the tongue and neighboring structures in the oral cavity. It is a branch of the external carotid artery and plays a crucial role in maintaining circulation in the mouth.

Senses:

Sense 1: Anatomy

The arteria lingualis refers to the specific artery responsible for delivering blood to the tongue and surrounding tissues.

Sense 2: Medicine

In medicine, the arteria lingualis is often involved in various oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures and may require careful assessment and management to ensure effective treatment.

Sample Sentences:

The arteria lingualis is a branch of the external carotid artery.
During the surgery, the surgeon carefully identified and secured the arteria lingualis to prevent excessive bleeding.
Proper knowledge of the anatomy and course of the arteria lingualis is essential for successful dental procedures.

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