Pudendal veins

Pudendal Veins

The pudendal veins as illustrated in Gray's Anatomy.

The pudendal veins are a set of veins that drain the perineum, external genitalia, and parts of the pelvis. They are part of the venous system and play a crucial role in the circulatory system.

Anatomy

The pudendal veins originate in the perineum and external genitalia, where they collect deoxygenated blood. They then course through the pelvis, eventually draining into the internal iliac vein. The pudendal veins are accompanied along their course by the pudendal artery and pudendal nerve, which together form the pudendal canal.

Clinical significance

Due to their location, the pudendal veins can be affected by various medical conditions, such as varicose veins, pelvic congestion syndrome, and hemorrhoids. Understanding the anatomy and function of the pudendal veins is crucial for the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions.

See also

• Pudendal artery
• Pudendal nerve
• Venous system
• Circulatory system