carotid duct

ductus caroticus

A segment of the embryonic dorsal aorta between points of juncture with the third and fourth arch arteries; it regresses early in development to allow the carotid axis to take its definitive appearance.

Type Vessel
Body System Digestive
Parent Structure trunk blood vessel
Latin Name ductus caroticus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the carotid duct?
A segment of the embryonic dorsal aorta between points of juncture with the third and fourth arch arteries; it regresses early in development to allow the carotid axis to take its definitive appearance.
What body system is the carotid duct part of?
The carotid duct is part of the Digestive.
What is the Latin name for the carotid duct?
The Latin name for the carotid duct is ductus caroticus.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.