noun
internal carotid artery
Anatomical term for the major artery supplying blood to the brain, face, and neck. Often contrasted with 外頸動脈 (external carotid artery).
See also: 外頸動脈
内頸動脈は首の左右に一本ずつある。
There is one internal carotid artery on each side of the neck.
内頸動脈の狭窄は脳梗塞のリスクを高める。
Stenosis of the internal carotid artery increases the risk of cerebral infarction.