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| Name = Marginal vein | |||
| Latin = vena marginalis | |||
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The ''' | The '''marginal vein''' is a [[vein]] that is located in the [[limbs]] of the body. It is part of the [[venous system]] and plays a role in the [[circulatory system]] by helping to return [[deoxygenated blood]] back to the [[heart]]. | ||
== | == Anatomy == | ||
The | The marginal vein is typically found along the edges of the [[limbs]], particularly in the [[lower limb]]s. It is often associated with the [[great saphenous vein]] in the leg, which is the longest vein in the human body. The marginal vein can vary in size and prominence among individuals. | ||
== | == Function == | ||
The | The primary function of the marginal vein is to assist in the drainage of blood from the [[superficial tissues]] of the limbs. It collects blood from smaller [[superficial veins]] and channels it into larger veins, such as the great saphenous vein, which then transport the blood back to the heart. | ||
== | == Clinical significance == | ||
Issues with the marginal vein can lead to [[varicose veins]], which are enlarged and twisted veins that can cause discomfort and other symptoms. Treatment for varicose veins may involve [[compression therapy]], [[sclerotherapy]], or [[surgical intervention]]. | |||
== | == See also == | ||
* [[Great saphenous vein]] | |||
* [[Varicose veins]] | |||
* [[Venous system]] | |||
{{ | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Veins]] | [[Category:Veins of the lower limb]] | ||
[[Category:Anatomy]] | [[Category:Anatomy]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiovascular system]] | |||
Latest revision as of 17:03, 29 December 2024
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The marginal vein is a vein that is located in the limbs of the body. It is part of the venous system and plays a role in the circulatory system by helping to return deoxygenated blood back to the heart.
Anatomy[edit]
The marginal vein is typically found along the edges of the limbs, particularly in the lower limbs. It is often associated with the great saphenous vein in the leg, which is the longest vein in the human body. The marginal vein can vary in size and prominence among individuals.
Function[edit]
The primary function of the marginal vein is to assist in the drainage of blood from the superficial tissues of the limbs. It collects blood from smaller superficial veins and channels it into larger veins, such as the great saphenous vein, which then transport the blood back to the heart.
Clinical significance[edit]
Issues with the marginal vein can lead to varicose veins, which are enlarged and twisted veins that can cause discomfort and other symptoms. Treatment for varicose veins may involve compression therapy, sclerotherapy, or surgical intervention.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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