External Iliac Vein (Noun)
Meaning
A continuation of the femoral vein; unites with the internal iliac vein to form the common iliac vein.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The external iliac vein is a continuation of the femoral vein and plays a crucial role in the venous drainage of the lower limb.
- The external iliac vein unites with the internal iliac vein to form the common iliac vein, which then merges with the inferior vena cava.
- In the pelvic region, the external iliac vein is located lateral to the external iliac artery and is accompanied by the femoral nerve.
- The external iliac vein receives blood from the femoral vein and also from the deep circumflex iliac vein and the iliopubic vein.
- The junction of the external iliac vein with the internal iliac vein marks the origin of the common iliac vein, which then ascends to join the inferior vena cava.