Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Femoral Artery.
Femoral Artery - as a noun
The chief artery of the thigh; a continuation of the external iliac artery
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arteria femoralisExample Sentences
"The femoral artery is the main artery in the thigh."
"In a cardiac catheterization procedure, the femoral artery is often used as the access point."
"Damage to the femoral artery can cause severe bleeding."
"The surgeon carefully clamped the femoral artery to stop the bleeding."
"A blockage in the femoral artery can lead to leg pain and cramping."