
Arterial
Human Anatomy
Used in medical or biological contexts referring to the human body's blood system.
The arterial damage was severe, requiring surgery.
Not Venous
'Arterial' specifically means related to arteries, not veins, which carry blood back to the heart.
Arterial blockages can lead to heart attacks.
Indicates Direction
Implies the direction of blood flow away from the heart supplying oxygen.
Arterial flow is critical for organ function.
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