Internal thoracic vein
Internal Thoracic Vein
The Internal Thoracic Vein (pronounced: in-ter-nal thor-as-ic vein), also known as the Internal Mammary Vein, is a significant vein in the human body that drains the anterior thoracic wall and the upper part of the abdominal wall.
Etymology
The term "Internal Thoracic Vein" is derived from the Latin words "internus" meaning inside, "thoracicus" meaning of the chest, and "vena" meaning vein.
Anatomy
The Internal Thoracic Vein is a pair of veins that run parallel to the Internal Thoracic Artery. They begin at the Subclavian Vein and descend along the inner surface of the anterior chest wall, draining into the Brachiocephalic Vein.
Function
The primary function of the Internal Thoracic Vein is to drain blood from the anterior thoracic wall and the upper part of the abdominal wall. It also serves as a pathway for blood returning from the Breast and Anterior Abdominal Wall.
Related Terms
- Vein: A blood vessel that carries blood towards the heart.
- Thoracic: Pertaining to the chest or thorax.
- Subclavian Vein: A large vein on either side of the body that receives blood from the arms and shoulders.
- Brachiocephalic Vein: A large vein formed by the union of the internal jugular and subclavian veins.
- Internal Thoracic Artery: An artery that supplies blood to the anterior chest wall and the breasts.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Internal thoracic vein
- Wikipedia's article - Internal thoracic vein
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