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A 62-year-old, right-handed man is evaluated for an episode of left leg weakness that spontaneously resolved within 30 minutes of onset.  The patient also has had transient vision loss in the right eye.  Medical history is significant for hypertension and diabetes mellitus.  Evaluation reveals an atherosclerotic plaque in the extracranial portion of the supplying artery.  During percutaneous stenting of the lesion, the vascular catheter is inserted into the right common femoral artery and gradually advanced to the level of the aortic arch.  Which of the following is the most likely path of the catheter before stenting of the culprit lesion can be performed?


Definitions:

Blood Vessels

Channels in the body that facilitate blood circulation, covering capillaries, arteries, and veins.

Nail Matrix

The part of the nail bed that produces cells responsible for nail growth, located at the nail's base under the skin.

Calcium Absorption

The process by which the body assimilates calcium from ingested food or supplements into the bloodstream, which is crucial for bone health and metabolic functions.

Elevated Lesion

A raised area on the skin's surface, which could be due to various health issues, including infections, inflammations, or tumors.

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