Zygomatico-orbital artery
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Zygomatico-orbital artery is a term used in anatomy to describe a blood vessel that supplies the zygomatic and orbital regions of the face. The artery is a branch of the facial artery, which is itself a branch of the external carotid artery.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "zygomatico-orbital artery" is derived from the Greek words "zygon", meaning "yoke", and "orbital", referring to the eye socket. The "zygomatic" part of the name refers to the zygomatic bone, which is the bone that forms the prominent part of the cheek and the outer edge of the eye socket. The "orbital" part of the name refers to the orbit, which is the cavity or socket of the skull in which the eye and its appendages are situated.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The zygomatico-orbital artery arises from the facial artery, which is a branch of the external carotid artery. It travels upwards and forwards to reach the zygomatic and orbital regions of the face. The artery supplies blood to these areas, providing oxygen and nutrients to the tissues.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
The zygomatico-orbital artery can be involved in various medical conditions. For example, it can be affected by trauma to the face, which can cause bleeding or damage to the artery. It can also be involved in certain surgical procedures, such as reconstructive surgery of the face.
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