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Is the carotid sinus palpable? how does one find it?

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Dr. Ibrahim Moussa answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

Yes: It is palpable place your middle and index finger longitudinally right under the angle of jaw and apply gentle pressure you should be able to feel it.

Dr Koos agreed

Answered 7/6/2016

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