Obturator vein

Obturator Vein

The Obturator Vein and its surrounding structures (Gray's Anatomy)

The Obturator Vein is a significant vein in the human anatomy that typically drains the pelvic region. It is a part of the venous system and is closely associated with the obturator artery and obturator nerve.

Anatomy

The Obturator Vein originates in the pelvis, running along the obturator canal and accompanying the obturator artery and nerve. It drains blood from the adductor muscles of the thigh and the pelvic structures, and empties into the internal iliac vein.

Clinical Significance

The obturator vein can be involved in various medical conditions, such as deep vein thrombosis and pelvic congestion syndrome. Its proximity to the obturator nerve can also lead to nerve compression syndrome if the vein becomes enlarged or inflamed.

See Also

• Veins of the lower limb
• Obturator artery
• Obturator nerve
• Internal iliac vein

External Links

• AnatomyExpert.com: Obturator Vein