Saphenous Vein (Noun)
Meaning
Either of two chief superficial veins of the leg that drain blood from the foot.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The saphenous vein runs along the inner aspect of the leg from the foot to the groin area where it joins the femoral vein.
- The physician examined the patient's saphenous vein in search of any visible varicosities or defects.
- An ultrasound test revealed blockages in the patient's saphenous vein, contributing to the swelling in her ankle.
- The nurse assisted the doctor in elevating the patient's leg to help increase blood flow through the saphenous vein.
- In a post-operative procedure the surgeon carefully removed a section of the saphenous vein that had become severely damaged due to excessive stretching.