pharyngeal arch artery
a. arcuum pharyngeorum
One of a series of paired embryological vascular structures formed within a pharyngeal arch; in the adult, some of these vessels give rise to the great vessels[MP].
| Type | Vessel |
| Body System | Respiratory |
| Latin Name | a. arcuum pharyngeorum |
Sub-structures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pharyngeal arch artery?
One of a series of paired embryological vascular structures formed within a pharyngeal arch; in the adult, some of these vessels give rise to the great vessels[MP].
What body system is the pharyngeal arch artery part of?
The pharyngeal arch artery is part of the Respiratory.
What is the Latin name for the pharyngeal arch artery?
The Latin name for the pharyngeal arch artery is a. arcuum pharyngeorum.
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ala nasi
alary cartilage
alinasal cartilage
anterior maxillary process
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