arteria poplitea

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Noun arteria poplitea has 1 sense

popliteal artery, arteria poplitea - continuation of the femoral artery that branches to supply the legs and feet
--₁ is a kind of artery, arteria, arterial blood vessel

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Term: arteria poplitea

Description:

The arteria poplitea, also known as the popliteal artery, is a major blood vessel located in the lower extremity. It is responsible for supplying blood to the knee joint and surrounding muscles.

Sample Sentences:

The surgeon carefully dissected the arteria poplitea to remove the blood clot from the patient's leg.
A blockage in the arteria poplitea can lead to poor circulation and leg pain.
During the procedure, a stent was placed in the popliteal artery to improve blood flow.
The arteria poplitea branches off from the femoral artery and continues down to the calf.

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