Vertebral vein
Vertebral vein
The vertebral vein is a significant component of the human circulatory system. It is responsible for draining the vertebral column and its associated structures. The vertebral vein is paired and runs in the transverse foramen of each cervical vertebra.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The vertebral veins emerge from the cervical vertebrae, where they form a plexus around the vertebral bodies. They then pass through the transverse foramina of the cervical vertebrae, alongside the vertebral artery. The veins unite to form a single vessel, which opens into the brachiocephalic vein.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of the vertebral vein is to drain blood from the vertebral column and its associated structures, including the spinal cord and the meninges. This is crucial for maintaining the health and function of these structures.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
Dysfunction or disease of the vertebral vein can lead to serious health problems. For example, vertebral vein thrombosis is a condition in which a blood clot forms in the vertebral vein, potentially leading to stroke or other serious complications.
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