Cystic Vein (Noun)
Meaning
Vein that drains the gallbladder.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The cystic vein is a small vein that drains the gallbladder and empties into the portal vein.
- During gallbladder surgery, the cystic vein is often ligated and divided to prevent bleeding.
- The cystic vein is a tributary of the portal vein and plays a crucial role in the drainage of bile from the gallbladder.
- In some cases, the cystic vein may be absent or may drain into a different vein, which can complicate gallbladder surgery.
- The cystic vein is usually located near the cystic duct and is carefully dissected and ligated during cholecystectomy.