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What are the two arteries found in the lower leg and foot?
fibula nd tibia
Do veins carry blood at the same pressure as arteries?
No, veins carry blood at a lower pressure than arteries. Blood in arteries is propelled by heart contractions. Venous blood is propelled only by body movement and gravity.
What is the difference between arteries veins and capillaries?
Arteries always carry blood away from the heart. They also carry only oxygenated blood except for the pulmonary artery. They have thick walls due to the pressure created. Veins always carry blood towards the heart, they mostly carry de-oxygenated blood except for the pulmonary vein. Vein walls are not so thick.Capillaries are extremely small and its walls are only one cell thick. They join the organ to the vein or the artery, and join the pulmonary vein and pulmonary artery at the lungs.
Does pressure drop when blood moves from arteries to veins?
Yes. Blood always flows from a higher pressure to a lower pressure, so as the blood moves from the arteries through the capillaries and into the veins pressure drops considerably.
Do arteries carry blood to the heart?
The coronary arteries are responsible for carrying oxygen-rich blood to the heart. However, most oxygen-rich blood is being carried away from the heart, meaning that most arteries are not carrying blood into the heart at all. Veins are responsible for carrying de-oxygenated blood towards the heart so that their oxygen supply can be replenished in the lungs.The two veins which actually enter the heart are the superior vena cava or the precava which carries blood from the upper half of the body into the heart and the inferior vena cava(IVC), also known as the posterior vena cava, which carries blood from the lower half of the body into the heart.
What are the Large arteries that carry blood to the lower extremities?
The the abdominal, iliac, and femoral arteries.
What does it mean when the circulation to your brain is lower on one side?
possibility of blockage in one of your carotiod arteries and therefore a possibilty of stroke
The descending aorta divides near the brim of the pelvis to form what?
The descending aorta divides near the brim of the pelvis to form the common iliac arteries. These arteries further branch into internal and external iliac arteries to supply blood to the pelvis and lower extremities.
Are the internal mammary arteries immune to atherosclerosis?
The internal mammary arteries are not immune to atherosclerosis; however, they tend to be less affected by it compared to other coronary arteries. This relative resistance is attributed to their smaller size, less turbulent blood flow, and a more favorable endothelial environment. As a result, they are often used as grafts in coronary artery bypass surgeries because of their durability and lower incidence of atherosclerotic changes. Nonetheless, they are still susceptible to atherosclerosis, especially in individuals with significant risk factors.
What structure is supplied by the femoral and tibial arteries?
The femoral and tibial arteries supply blood to the lower limb. The femoral artery primarily supplies the thigh and continues down to the popliteal artery, which branches into the tibial arteries. The tibial arteries (anterior and posterior) supply the leg, ankle, and foot. Collectively, they ensure adequate blood flow to the muscles, skin, and tissues of the lower extremities.
What is three-vessel runoff to the ankles bilaterally mean?
Three-vessel runoff to the ankles bilaterally refers to the presence of adequate blood flow in the arteries supplying the lower extremities. This indicates that there is no significant blockage or stenosis in the major arteries of both legs, allowing blood to reach the ankles effectively. This finding is often assessed using imaging techniques such as angiography and is crucial in evaluating peripheral arterial disease and determining the need for intervention or treatment.
What does extreme mean?
An "extremity" refers to your limbs (arms and legs). Lower extremities are your legs; upper extremities are your arms.
Why are people staying near highways and airport prone to hypertension?
There are two possible reasons: 1) There can be more pollution near airports and highways, and one possible cause of atherosclerosis, the hardening of the arteries, is pollution. The less elastic the arteries are, the higher the blood pressure. 2) The area around highways and airports is often predominantly poorer neighborhoods. Those with lower incomes tend to have diets that contribute to the development of vascular disease, including atherosclerosis and buildup within the arteries.
What are the four division of a human body?
the head, the trunk or torso, lower extremities [legs and feet] and upper extremities [arms and hands]. the head, the trunk or torso, lower extremities [legs and feet] and upper extremities [arms and hands].
Why are there compartments in the lower extremities and not the upper extremities?
Compartments in the lower extremities are necessary for weight-bearing and efficient locomotion, as they help to stabilize the leg muscles during movement. The upper extremities do not require compartments for weight-bearing and are more focused on dexterity and precision in tasks, which is why compartments are not as prevalent in that area.
What is the parts of upper and lower extremeties?
The upper parts of extremities consist of @arms @ hands The lower paras of extremities consist of @legs @feet
What is the definition of the right lower extremities?
Extremities are the extremes- fingers, hands, arms, and toes, feet, legs.
