circumflex femoral vein (Meaning)
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circumflex femoral vein (n)
either of two veins that accompany arteries of the same name serving the hip and thigh
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either of two veins that accompany arteries of the same name serving the hip and thigh
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The deep femoral vein, also known as the profunda femoris vein, plays a crucial role in venous drainage from the thigh.
Surgeons must carefully identify and preserve the deep femoral vein during surgical procedures involving the lower limb.
Thrombosis in the deep femoral vein can lead to complications such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism.
Ultrasonography is commonly used to assess the patency and flow characteristics of the deep femoral vein.
