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Which type of veins are located underneath the deep fascia of the lower limb, accompanying the major arteries?
Which type of veins are located underneath the deep fascia of the lower limb, accompanying the major arteries?
- Superficial veins
- Dorsal venous arch
- Anterior tibial vein
- Deep veins (correct)
What is the main venous structure of the foot that mostly drains into the superficial veins?
What is the main venous structure of the foot that mostly drains into the superficial veins?
- Posterior tibial vein
- Anterior tibial vein
- Fibular veins
- Dorsal venous arch (correct)
Which veins combine to form the posterior tibial and fibular veins in the foot?
Which veins combine to form the posterior tibial and fibular veins in the foot?
- Medial and lateral plantar veins (correct)
- Fibular and popliteal veins
- Dorsal and anterior tibial veins
- Anterior tibial and posterior tibial veins
Where do the anterior tibial, posterior tibial, and fibular veins unite to form the popliteal vein?
Where do the anterior tibial, posterior tibial, and fibular veins unite to form the popliteal vein?
What role do arterial pulsations play in the deep vein systems of the lower limb?
What role do arterial pulsations play in the deep vein systems of the lower limb?
Where are the superficial veins found in relation to the lower limb?
Where are the superficial veins found in relation to the lower limb?
Which veins are located within the same vascular sheath as the major arteries in the lower limb?
Which veins are located within the same vascular sheath as the major arteries in the lower limb?
Which vein in the thigh leaves by running underneath the inguinal ligament?
Which vein in the thigh leaves by running underneath the inguinal ligament?
What is the main complication of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
What is the main complication of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
What is formed by the dorsal venous arch of the foot and the dorsal vein of the great toe?
What is formed by the dorsal venous arch of the foot and the dorsal vein of the great toe?
What causes varicose veins in the lower limbs?
What causes varicose veins in the lower limbs?
Which vein can be used as a vessel in coronary artery bypasses?
Which vein can be used as a vessel in coronary artery bypasses?
What causes mechanical shock in pulmonary embolism?
What causes mechanical shock in pulmonary embolism?
Which veins drain into the internal iliac vein from the gluteal region?
Which veins drain into the internal iliac vein from the gluteal region?
What is the main venous structure in the thigh that is situated anteriorly and accompanies the femoral artery?
What is the main venous structure in the thigh that is situated anteriorly and accompanies the femoral artery?
In deep vein thrombosis (DVT), what is the main complication that can occur as a result of a dislodged thrombus?
In deep vein thrombosis (DVT), what is the main complication that can occur as a result of a dislodged thrombus?
Which vein in the lower limb runs between the two heads of the gastrocnemius muscle and empties into the popliteal vein?
Which vein in the lower limb runs between the two heads of the gastrocnemius muscle and empties into the popliteal vein?
Which condition in the lower limbs results in increased intra-luminal pressure, causing veins to become dilated and tortuous?
Which condition in the lower limbs results in increased intra-luminal pressure, causing veins to become dilated and tortuous?
What surgical procedure involves injecting a sclerosing agent directly into varicosed veins to close off the vein through an inflammatory response?
What surgical procedure involves injecting a sclerosing agent directly into varicosed veins to close off the vein through an inflammatory response?
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Deep veins of lower limb location
Deep veins of lower limb location
Located beneath the deep fascia, accompanying major arteries.
Foot venous drainage
Foot venous drainage
Primarily drained by the dorsal venous arch to the superficial veins.
Posterior/fibular veins origin
Posterior/fibular veins origin
Formed by the medial and lateral plantar veins.
Popliteal vein formation
Popliteal vein formation
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Arterial pulsations' role in veins
Arterial pulsations' role in veins
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Superficial vein location
Superficial vein location
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Veins with arteries in same sheath
Veins with arteries in same sheath
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External iliac vein route
External iliac vein route
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DVT complication
DVT complication
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Great saphenous vein origin
Great saphenous vein origin
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Varicose veins cause
Varicose veins cause
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Coronary bypass vein
Coronary bypass vein
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Pulmonary embolism shock
Pulmonary embolism shock
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Gluteal region venous drainage
Gluteal region venous drainage
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Femoral vein location
Femoral vein location
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Dislodged thrombus in DVT
Dislodged thrombus in DVT
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Small saphenous vein location
Small saphenous vein location
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Varicose veins condition
Varicose veins condition
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Foam sclerotherapy
Foam sclerotherapy
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Study Notes
Venous Drainage of the Lower Limb
- Can be divided into two groups: deep and superficial veins
- Deep veins are located underneath the deep fascia of the lower limb and accompany major arteries
- Superficial veins are found in the subcutaneous tissue and eventually drain into the deep veins
Deep Veins of the Lower Limb
- Located beneath the deep fascia of the lower limb
- Named after the major arteries they accompany (e.g., anterior tibial vein, posterior tibial vein, fibular vein)
- Often share the same vascular sheath with the accompanying artery, allowing arterial pulsations to aid venous return
Veins of the Foot and Leg
- Dorsal venous arch is the main venous structure of the foot
- Some veins from the arch penetrate deep into the leg, forming the anterior tibial vein
- Medial and lateral plantar veins arise on the plantar aspect of the foot
- Medial and lateral plantar veins combine to form the posterior tibial and fibular veins
- Posterior tibial vein accompanies the posterior tibial artery, entering the leg posteriorly to the medial malleolus
Veins of the Knee and Thigh
- Anterior tibial, posterior tibial, and fibular veins unite to form the popliteal vein on the posterior surface of the knee
- Popliteal vein enters the thigh via the adductor canal
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Learn about the venous drainage system of the lower limb, including the deep and superficial veins located underneath the deep fascia and in the subcutaneous tissue. Understand how these veins eventually drain into the deep venous system.
