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Vena Appendicularis (Noun)

Meaning

A vein that accompanies the appendicular artery and empties into the ileocolic vein.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The vena appendicularis is a small vein that drains blood from the appendix into the ileocolic vein.
  • In some cases, the vena appendicularis may empty into the superior mesenteric vein instead of the ileocolic vein.
  • During laparoscopic appendectomy, the surgeon must carefully ligate the vena appendicularis to prevent bleeding.
  • The vena appendicularis is a key landmark in identifying the appendix during surgical procedures.
  • In the anatomy of the intestinal blood vessels, the vena appendicularis is often depicted as a small branch of the ileocolic vein.

Synonyms

  • Appendicular Vein

Hypernyms

  • Venous Blood Vessel
  • Vein
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