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源自希腊语 'karōtides'(颈动脉),可能来自 'karoun'(使昏迷),因为压迫这些动脉会导致昏迷。
❶ 与颈动脉相关的,指颈部两侧主要向头部供血的两条大动脉。
“The doctor checked his carotid pulse to assess blood flow.”
(医生检查了他的颈动脉脉搏以评估血流情况。)
“Carotid artery disease can lead to strokes if untreated.”
(颈动脉疾病若不治疗可能导致中风。)
❶ 颈动脉,特指颈总动脉及其分支,负责向大脑和面部供血。
“The carotids are located on either side of the neck.”
(颈动脉位于颈部的两侧。)
“Damage to the carotids can have serious consequences.”
(颈动脉受损可能造成严重后果。)
carotid artery — 指颈部的主要动脉,分为颈内动脉和颈外动脉,负责向头部供血。
“The carotid artery is commonly examined for signs of plaque buildup.”
(通常会检查颈动脉是否有斑块积聚的迹象。)
carotid pulse — 在颈部触摸到的动脉搏动,常用于快速评估循环状态。
“First responders checked for a carotid pulse after the accident.”
(急救人员在事故后检查了颈动脉脉搏。)