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'''artery''', part of the circulatory system, is a vessel in the body which carries oxygenated blood from the heart to other organs of the body. | |||
Because arteries are placed under greater pressure, by the heartbeat, than are [[Vein|veins]], a severed or punctured artery may lead to rapid [[Blood loss|blood loss]]. | |||
Latest revision as of 23:50, 16 September 2023
artery, part of the circulatory system, is a vessel in the body which carries oxygenated blood from the heart to other organs of the body.
Because arteries are placed under greater pressure, by the heartbeat, than are veins, a severed or punctured artery may lead to rapid blood loss.