Auricular veins

Auricular Veins

The veins of the right auricula, anterior view.

The Auricular Veins are a group of veins located in the human ear. They are responsible for draining blood from the auricle and the surrounding areas.

Anatomy

The auricular veins consist of the anterior and posterior auricular veins.

Anterior Auricular Veins

The Anterior Auricular Veins originate from the front and upper part of the auricle. They join the temporal vein before it becomes part of the retromandibular vein.

Posterior Auricular Vein

The Posterior Auricular Vein arises from the back of the auricle and drains into the external jugular vein. It also receives blood from the occipital vein.

Clinical Significance

Understanding the anatomy of the auricular veins is crucial in medical procedures such as ear piercing and auricular acupuncture. Abnormalities or injuries to these veins can lead to conditions such as auricular hematoma.

See Also

• Veins of the head and neck
• Auricle (anatomy)
• External jugular vein
• Retromandibular vein