Anatomy of the Coronary Arteries: Origin, Course, and Branches
Course and Distribution of the Left Coronary Artery
The left coronary artery (LCA) originates from the left aortic sinus and divides into two primary branches: the left anterior descending artery and the left circumflex artery.
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Anatomy of the Coronary Arteries: Origin, Course, and Branches
Course and Distribution of the Left Coronary Artery
The left coronary artery (LCA) originates from the left aortic sinus of the ascending aorta and supplies oxygenated blood to the myocardium...
Key Branches of the Left Coronary Artery
- Left anterior descending artery (LAD)
- Left circumflex artery (LCx)
Each of these branches plays a crucial role in coronary circulation...
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#left coronary artery#LCA#coronary circulation#myocardial blood supply
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