Right suprarenal vein

Right Suprarenal Vein

The right suprarenal vein (labeled as suprarenal veins) as seen in Gray's Anatomy.

The Right Suprarenal Vein is a blood vessel that drains the right adrenal gland. It is part of the venous system and plays a crucial role in the endocrine system.

Anatomy

The right suprarenal vein originates from the medulla of the right adrenal gland. It then drains directly into the inferior vena cava. This is in contrast to the left suprarenal vein, which drains into the left renal vein.

Function

The right suprarenal vein carries deoxygenated blood away from the right adrenal gland. This blood is rich in adrenal hormones such as cortisol, aldosterone, and adrenaline.

Clinical significance

Anomalies of the right suprarenal vein can lead to various medical conditions. For instance, a thrombosis in the right suprarenal vein can cause adrenal insufficiency. Moreover, the vein can be involved in adrenal tumors and pheochromocytoma.

See also

• Adrenal gland
• Inferior vena cava
• Venous system
• Endocrine system