
Meaning of POPLITEAL ARTERY
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WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] continuation of the femoral artery that branches to supply the legs and feet |
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| | Synonyms: | | arteria poplitea |
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| | See Also: | | arteria, artery | |
Medical Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | Main vessel carrying oxygen-rich blood to the (lower) leg, and running at the back of the knee. |
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