Anastomotic Vein (Noun)
Meaning
Either of two communicating veins serving the brain.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The anastomotic vein plays a crucial role in maintaining blood flow to the brain by connecting the superficial and deep cerebral veins.
- During the surgical procedure, the neurosurgeon carefully identified and isolated the anastomotic vein to avoid any potential complications.
- Anastomotic veins are responsible for shunting blood away from areas of high pressure or injury in the brain.
- The anastomotic vein, located between the cavernous and transverse sinuses, facilitates communication between the internal and external venous systems of the brain.
- In the event of a blockage in one of the major cerebral veins, the anastomotic vein can compensate by increasing blood flow through its connecting pathways.