circle of Willis

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Circle of Willis
The circle of Willis (also called the cerebral arterial circle or arterial circle of Willis) is a circle of arteries that supply blood to the brain. It is named after Thomas Willis (1621-1673), an English physician.
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Circle of Willis
Circle of Wil·lis n. A roughly circular anastomosis that is located at the base of the brain and formed by the anterior communicating artery, the [more]Circle of Willis - Community and Resources


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circle of Willis
Noun
1. a ring of arteries at the base of the brain
(hypernym) artery, arteria, arterial blood vessel
(part-holonym) brain, encephalon


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