Femoral Artery Definition

noun
The main artery of the thigh, supplying blood to the groin and lower extremity.
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Synonyms:
  • arteria femoralis

Femoral Artery Sentence Examples

  • In the leg, pressure would be applied to the femoral artery by pressing on the inner crease of the groin against the pelvic bone.

  • A catheter is threaded into the artery from puncture of the femoral artery at groin level.

  • These are usually introduced via the artery in the groin, the femoral artery in the groin, the femoral artery.

  • Identify the pulsation of the femoral artery 1-2 cm below the inguinal ligament.

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