Right Coronary Artery (Noun)
Meaning
Arises from the right aortic sinus; supplies the right side of the heart.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The right coronary artery arises from the right aortic sinus and supplies the right side of the heart with oxygenated blood.
- The right coronary artery is responsible for supplying blood to the right atrium and the right ventricle of the heart.
- In most individuals, the right coronary artery also gives off the posterior descending artery, which supplies the inferior wall of the heart.
- Blockage of the right coronary artery can lead to a heart attack, resulting in damage to the right side of the heart.
- During coronary angiography, the right coronary artery is visualized to assess its patency and detect any potential blockages.