Vena Metacarpus (Noun)
Meaning
Dorsal and palmar veins of the hand.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The vena metacarpus is a deep vein that runs along the metacarpal bones in the hand, draining blood from the palmar surface.
- The dorsal venous network of the hand drains into the vena metacarpus, which then empties into the radial and ulnar veins.
- The palmar veins of the hand, including the vena metacarpus, are responsible for draining blood from the palmar surface of the hand.
- The vena metacarpus is formed by the confluence of the palmar metacarpal veins, which drain the palmar surface of the hand.
- The vena metacarpus is an important part of the venous drainage system of the hand, working in conjunction with the dorsal venous network to return blood to the heart.