Vena Peroneus (Noun)
Meaning
Accompany the peroneal arteries; arising in the heel and running up the back of the leg to join the posterior tibial veins of the popliteal vein.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The vena peroneus is a superficial vein that accompanies the peroneal arteries, arising in the heel and running up the back of the leg to join the posterior tibial veins of the popliteal vein.
- The vena peroneus is formed by the union of the medial and lateral superficial veins in the heel, and then ascends along the posterior aspect of the leg.
- As the vena peroneus runs up the back of the leg, it receives several tributaries from the surrounding muscles and skin.
- The vena peroneus eventually joins the posterior tibial veins, which then merge to form the popliteal vein in the popliteal fossa.
- In some individuals, the vena peroneus may be absent or may have a variable course, but its usual path is along the posterior aspect of the leg.