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What are the Carotid arteries?

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The four principal arteries of the neck and head

A bruit over the carotid region is important because it may indicate the presence of atherosclerotic plaque in the carotid arteries. Thromboembolism from atherosclerotic plaque at the carotid artery bifurcation
Pract Neurol 2002;2:221-224 doi:10.1046/j.1474-7766.2002.00078.x

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Is the carotid an artery?
Yes, in fact major artery that helps supply blood to the brain.
What is the carotid artery?
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Where is the carotid artery?
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What does the external carotid artery supply?
The external carotid artery is responsible for supplying blood the the face, jaw, scalp, and the base of the skull.
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what is cervical carotid arterial calcification and what are the risks with it.