Iliac vein
Iliac Vein
The Iliac Vein (pronounced: /ɪˈlaɪ.ək veɪn/) is a significant part of the human circulatory system.
Etymology
The term "Iliac" is derived from the Latin word "ilium," which refers to the hip bone. The term "vein" comes from the Latin word "vena," which means "blood vessel."
Definition
The Iliac Vein refers to one of the large veins that carry deoxygenated blood from the lower half of the body back to the heart. There are two main iliac veins: the internal iliac vein and the external iliac vein.
Function
The primary function of the Iliac Vein is to transport deoxygenated blood from the lower limbs and pelvis back to the heart. The internal iliac vein drains blood from the pelvis while the external iliac vein drains blood from the lower limbs.
Related Terms
- Internal Iliac Vein: A vein that drains blood from the pelvis.
- External Iliac Vein: A vein that drains blood from the lower limbs.
- Common Iliac Vein: Formed by the union of the external and internal iliac veins.
- Deep Vein Thrombosis: A condition that can occur when a blood clot forms in the deep veins of the body, often in the iliac vein.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Iliac vein
- Wikipedia's article - Iliac vein
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