Right common femoral artery

What does "Right common femoral artery" 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

The "right common femoral artery" is a major blood vessel found in the right leg. It's located in the upper part of the thigh and is responsible for supplying blood to the right leg. This artery is a continuation of a larger artery that runs from the heart through the abdomen and splits into the common femoral arteries in the legs. It's called "common" because it eventually divides into two smaller arteries further down the leg.

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