Maxillary Vein (Noun)
Meaning
Posterior continuation of the pterygoid plexus; joins the superficial temporal vein to form the retromandibular vein.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The maxillary vein is formed by the posterior continuation of the pterygoid plexus and contributes to the formation of a larger vein.
- The maxillary vein then proceeds to merge with the superficial temporal vein.
- As a result of this convergence, the maxillary and superficial temporal vein eventually give rise to the retromandibular vein.
- During its course through the infratemporal fossa, the maxillary vein plays a significant role in carrying deoxygenated blood away from surrounding areas.
- By joining with the superficial temporal vein, the maxillary vein ultimately becomes a tributary of the jugular veins via the external jugular vein.