Vena Iliolumbalis (Noun)
Meaning
A branch of the internal iliac vein.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The vena iliolumbalis is formed by the union of the iliolumbar veins which are located in the pelvic region.
- During pelvic surgeries the vena iliolumbalis is often identified to avoid injury to the internal iliac vein.
- Branching off from the internal iliac vein is the vena iliolumbalis which joins to form the iliolumbar veins.
- The vena iliolumbalis drains into the internal iliac vein which further joins the common iliac vein to become the inferior vena cava.
- Vena iliolumbalis development varies among individuals, but generally is consistent with the development of the internal iliac vein system.