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Word

CCA

Phoneticscca

Definition

n. Stands for Cerebral Cerebellar Artery. A major blood vessel in the brain that helps control movement and balance.

n. Abbreviation for Cerebral Cerebellar Artery. A major arterial vessel that supplies blood to the cerebellum and parts of the brainstem, playing a critical role in motor coordination and balance.

Examples

“The doctor checked the CCA for any signs of blockage.”

“A blockage in the CCA can lead to significant motor dysfunction, as the cerebellum relies on this artery to coordinate complex movements and maintain equilibrium.”

Examples

simple

“The doctor checked the CCA for any signs of blockage.”

complex

“A blockage in the CCA can lead to significant motor dysfunction, as the cerebellum relies on this artery to coordinate complex movements and maintain equilibrium.”

Etymology

Abbreviation

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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