Popliteal vein
Popliteal Vein
The Popliteal Vein (/pɒplɪˈtiːəl/ vein) is a significant vein located in the popliteal fossa, a space located at the back of the knee.
Etymology
The term "Popliteal" is derived from the Latin word "poples," which means "knee." The Popliteal Vein is so named because of its location in the popliteal fossa, behind the knee.
Anatomy
The Popliteal Vein is formed by the union of the anterior tibial vein and the posterior tibial vein. It runs upward in the popliteal fossa and becomes the femoral vein as it passes through the adductor hiatus, an opening in the adductor magnus muscle.
Function
The primary function of the Popliteal Vein is to return deoxygenated blood from the lower leg to the heart. It works in conjunction with the popliteal artery, which carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the lower leg.
Related Terms
- Deep vein thrombosis: A condition that can occur when a blood clot forms in the deep veins of the body, often in the lower leg or thigh. The Popliteal Vein is one of the common sites for this condition.
- Popliteal artery: An artery that runs alongside the Popliteal Vein in the popliteal fossa.
- Popliteal fossa: The shallow depression located at the back of the knee joint. The Popliteal Vein is located within this fossa.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Popliteal vein
- Wikipedia's article - Popliteal vein
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