carotid sinus en · NOUN
Meanings
- A small but richly innervated arterial enlargement that is located near the point in the neck where either carotid artery divides to form its main branches and that functions in the regulation of heart rate and blood pressure.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| carotid sinuses | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (1)
cmn 頸動脈竇 /颈动脉窦 (innervated arterial enlargement)