Q. How long does it take for a severed carotid artery to result in unconsciousness?
Doctor Answer is medically reviewed by SecondMedic medical review team.
A severed carotid artery would result in unconsciousness in a matter of seconds. The carotid artery is one of the main arteries in the body that carries blood to the brain. When this artery is cut, it can cause a rapid loss of blood flow to the brain, which can lead to unconsciousness and death.
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