Pharyngeal vein
Pharyngeal Vein
The Pharyngeal Vein is a vein in the human body that drains the pharynx, a part of the throat, and is a part of the venous system. It is a significant vein as it plays a crucial role in the drainage of the head and neck region.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The pharyngeal vein originates from the pharyngeal plexus, located on the outer surface of the pharynx. It descends down the side of the pharynx, passing between the internal carotid artery and the internal jugular vein. It then drains into the internal jugular vein.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
Knowledge of the pharyngeal vein is essential in medical procedures involving the neck, such as carotid endarterectomy and jugular vein cannulation. Anomalies or damage to the pharyngeal vein can lead to complications such as pharyngeal varices and pharyngeal hemorrhage.
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