[slight dilation in the carotid artery at its bifurcation into the external and internal carotid arteries; it contains baroreceptors (pressure sensors) that when stimulated, will cause a reflex slowing of the heart, vasodilation and a fall in blood pressure. ( CSP )]
UMLS (CSP) C0007281 - Body Part, Organ, or Organ Component
Relation/PAR: carotid artery