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coronary artery
noun[ C ]
anatomy specializeduk /ˌkɒr.ən.ər.i ˈɑː.tər.i/ us /ˌkɔːr.ə.ner.i ˈɑːr.t̬ɚ.i/
one of two arteries(= thick tubes carrying blood) that supply blood to the heart:
Diagnostic tests indicated that the patient's right coronary artery was partially blocked.
coronary artery diseaseThese are significant risk factors for coronary artery disease.
By studying the X-ray images, the doctor can see any problems with your coronary arteries.
The patient underwent successful coronary artery bypass surgery and recovered well.
As the dye is released, the location of the coronary artery blockage is revealed.
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