Meaning of the word "femoral artery" in English
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femoral artery
US /ˈfɛmərəl ˈɑːrtəri/
UK /ˈfem.ər.əl ˈɑː.tər.i/
Noun
the main artery of the thigh, a continuation of the external iliac artery. It supplies blood to the lower limb.
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The surgeon carefully located the femoral artery during the procedure.
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A strong pulse can be felt at the femoral artery in the groin.
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