vena epigastrica superficialis (Meaning)
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vena epigastrica superficialis (n)
empties into the great saphenous vein
Synonyms & Antonyms of vena epigastrica superficialis
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vena epigastrica superficialis Sentence Examples
- The vena epigastrica superficialis originates from the anterior abdominal wall and courses upwards.
- It drains the superficial tissues of the abdominal wall and anastomoses with the vena epigastrica inferior.
- The vena epigastrica superficialis is a tributary of the vena iliaca externa.
- It lies lateral to the rectus abdominis muscle and medial to the linea alba.
- The vena epigastrica superficialis is accompanied by the epigastric lymph nodes.
- Saphenous veins communicate with the vena epigastrica superficialis through the superficial epigastric veins.
- Surgeons use the vena epigastrica superficialis as a conduit for coronary artery bypass surgery.
- The vena epigastrica superficialis is a key vessel in understanding the superficial venous drainage of the anterior abdominal wall.
- Thrombosis of the vena epigastrica superficialis can lead to pain, swelling, and discoloration of the abdominal wall.
- Variations in the course and anatomy of the vena epigastrica superficialis can occur due to individual variations and pathological conditions.
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empties into the great saphenous vein
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The vena epigastrica superficialis originates from the anterior abdominal wall and courses upwards.
It drains the superficial tissues of the abdominal wall and anastomoses with the vena epigastrica inferior.
The vena epigastrica superficialis is a tributary of the vena iliaca externa.
It lies lateral to the rectus abdominis muscle and medial to the linea alba.
