Deep veins
Deep Veins
Deep veins (pronunciation: /di:p veɪnz/) are a set of veins that are located deep within the muscle tissue, often running alongside corresponding arteries. They play a crucial role in the circulatory system, carrying deoxygenated blood back to the heart.
Etymology
The term "deep veins" is derived from the Latin words 'deeps' meaning 'deep' and 'vena' meaning 'vein'. It refers to the location of these veins deep within the body's tissues.
Function
Deep veins function to return deoxygenated blood from the body's tissues back to the heart. They are typically paired with an artery in the same region, known as a venae comitantes. The blood in deep veins is pushed along by the muscles surrounding them, which contract and relax during movement.
Related Terms
- Venae comitantes: Veins that accompany an artery in the same sheath.
- Superficial veins: Veins that are close to the surface of the body.
- Venous thrombosis: A blood clot that forms within a vein.
- Deep vein thrombosis: A blood clot that forms in a deep vein, often in the leg.
Health Risks
One of the most common health risks associated with deep veins is deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This condition occurs when a blood clot forms in one of the deep veins, typically in the leg. If the clot breaks free, it can travel through the bloodstream and lodge in the lungs, causing a potentially life-threatening condition known as a pulmonary embolism.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Deep veins
- Wikipedia's article - Deep veins
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