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Blockage of what artery impairs the flow of blood to the brain?
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The Carotid artery
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What part of the body does the carotid artery supply?
The lingual artery is the branch of the external carotid artery that supplies the tongue with oxygenated blood.
Definition of carotid artery stenosis?
The cause of carotid stenosis is the buildup of plaque on the inner wall of the carotid artery. The reduced blood flow to the brain and the blockage of other arteries following the release of emboli can cause a stroke.
When an artery of the brain breaks or becomes blocked what is that called?
The carotid artery.
A thrombus can clog an artery what occurs when an artery in the brain is blocked?
stroke
Can you live without a carotid artery?
This artery supplies blood to the brain so it is very necessary
What artery is clogged if you have a stroke?
A stroke is when a clot causes a thrombus (blockage of flow of blood) in the veins of the brain. The brain has multiple arteries that supply it with oxygen.
What part of the body does the carotid artery supply?
The lingual artery is the branch of the external carotid artery that supplies the tongue with oxygenated blood.
Definition of carotid artery stenosis?
The cause of carotid stenosis is the buildup of plaque on the inner wall of the carotid artery. The reduced blood flow to the brain and the blockage of other arteries following the release of emboli can cause a stroke.
Which circulatory system moves blood to your brain?
The peripheral vascular system is responsible for pumping blood into the brain. The carotid arteries are located in the neck and supply the brain with blood.
What results if there is blockage in the vessel?
A blockage in the coronary artery is the most common cause of heart disease. A blockage happens when there is a build up of plaque in the inner lining of the artery. This causes the artery to become narrow or blocked. Since the coronary arteries deliver blood to the heart muscle, any blockage can have serious implications. It reduces the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the heart which may lead to heart attack and possibly death.
Define the term collateral blood flow and describe how this and other factors affect the development of a stroke?
When a collateral vessel on the heart enlarges, it lets blood flow from an opencoronary artery to an adjacent one or further downstream on the same artery. In this way, collateral vessels grow and form a kind of "detour" around a blockage. This collateral circulation provides alternate routes of blood flow to the heart in cases when the heart isn't getting the blood supply it needs. When an artery in the brain is blocked due to stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA), open collateral vessels can allow blood to "detour" around the blockage. This collateral circulation restores blood flow to the affected part of the brain.
Is the carotid an artery?
Yes, in fact major artery that helps supply blood to the brain.
When an artery of the brain breaks or becomes blocked what is that called?
The carotid artery.
What artery carries blood to the brain?
Vena Cava
What major organ would be damaged if a persons carotid artery were severed?
Brain, artery's help pump blood to the heart which pumps it to the brain
What will cause the blockage of the blood to the brain?
A stroke or brain aneurysm can result in sudden blockage of blood flow the brain, which can result in disability or death. Other conditions, such as central nervous system vasculitis can also cause similar symptoms.
A what usually invalves a rupture or a blockage of a blood vessel in the brain?
A stroke can be caused by bleeding on the brain.
