Palatine Artery (Noun)
Meaning
One of several arteries supplying the face.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The palatine artery is a branch of the maxillary artery that supplies blood to the palate and surrounding tissues.
- Branches of the palatine artery also supply the tonsils and the nasal mucosa.
- The palatine artery plays a crucial role in supplying oxygenated blood to the hard and soft palate.
- In some individuals, the palatine artery may arise from the ascending pharyngeal artery instead of the maxillary artery.
- Damage to the palatine artery can lead to bleeding and swelling in the palate and surrounding areas.