temporal artery

The 'temporal artery' is crucial for supplying blood to parts of the head and is often involved in medical conditions like temporal arteritis.

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Definition

(technical, medical)One of the arteries located near the temples that supply blood to the scalp, face, and jaw muscles.

Inflammation of the temporal artery can lead to severe headaches and vision problems.
The doctor checked the patient's pulse by palpating the temporal artery.

(clinical)An artery in front of the ear used for measuring pulse during medical check-ups.