Saphenous

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Saphenous

Saphenous (pronunciation: /səˈfiːnəs/) is a term used in anatomy to refer to two major superficial veins of the leg. The term is derived from the Greek word "saphēnēs," meaning "manifest" or "obvious."

Etymology

The term "saphenous" is derived from the Greek word "saphēnēs," which means "manifest" or "obvious." This is in reference to the visibility of the vein in the leg.

Related Terms

  • Saphenous Vein: The saphenous vein is the largest vein in the human body, running along the length of the lower limb.
  • Great Saphenous Vein: The great saphenous vein is the major superficial vein of the leg and thigh.
  • Small Saphenous Vein: The small saphenous vein is a superficial vein of the lower limb.
  • Saphenous Nerve: The saphenous nerve is a branch of the femoral nerve, the largest nerve in the thigh.
  • Saphenous Opening: The saphenous opening is an oval aperture in the broad fascia of the thigh for the passage of the great saphenous vein.

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