Normal caliber cavernous carotid flow voids

What does "Normal caliber cavernous carotid flow voids" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Normal caliber cavernous carotid flow voids" refers to the normal, healthy blood flow in the large arteries located in a part of the brain called the cavernous sinuses. These arteries, known as the carotid arteries, are of normal size or width (caliber). The term "flow voids" is used in imaging studies to indicate areas where blood flow is so fast that it appears as a blank or "void" area on the image. So, in simple terms, this phrase means that the blood is flowing quickly and normally through these arteries.

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