Difference between pulsation of jugular vein and carotid artery

 Difference between pulsation of jugular vein and carotid artery

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PULSATION OF JUGULAR VEIN	PULSATION OF CAROTID ARTERY
No pulsations palpable.	Palpable pulsations.
Pulsations obliterated by pressure above the clavicle.	Pulsations not obliterated by pressure above the clavicle.
Level of pulse wave decreased on inspiration; increased on expiration.	No effects of respiration on pulse.
Usually two pulsations per systole (x and y descents).	One pulsation per systole.
Prominent descents.	Descents not prominent.
Pulsations sometimes more prominent with abdominal pressure.	No effect of abdominal pressure on pulsation