axillary artery (Meaning)
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axillary artery (n)
the part of the main artery of the arm that lies in the armpit and is continuous with the subclavian artery above and the brachial artery below
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the part of the main artery of the arm that lies in the armpit and is continuous with the subclavian artery above and the brachial artery below
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The axillary artery is a major branch of the subclavian artery that runs through the axilla.
The axillary artery supplies blood to the upper limb, including the shoulder, arm, and hand.
Thrombosis of the axillary artery can lead to arm ischemia and even amputation.
Aneurysms of the axillary artery are rare but can be life-threatening.
