The phrase "femoral artery" refers to a blood vessel in our body that carries oxygen-rich blood to our legs and lower body. It is located in our groin area, on the inside of our thigh. Full definition
In a study published online October 10 in Nanomedicine the researchers report that the liquid controlled bleeding in rodents within 15 seconds in seven other wound types, including cuts to the spinal cord, liver [view video here] and femoral artery as well as skin punctures. (scientificamerican.com)
Cardiologist Dr. Catherine Gunther - Harrington and Dr. Ingrid Balsa of the Soft Tissue Surgery Service, with the help of cardiology resident Dr. Maureen Oldach, «collaborated to successfully remove the 13 centimeter heartworm from Stormie's right femoral artery without breaking it.» (todaysveterinarynurse.com)
Additionally, confidence in performing the procedure, known as femoral artery access, increased a similar amount in both groups. (sciencedaily.com)