Fold of left vena cava

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Fold of Left Vena Cava[edit | edit source]

Diagram showing the fold of the left vena cava.

The fold of the left vena cava, also known as the vestigial fold of Marshall, is a small fold of the pericardium that is found in the heart. It is a remnant of the left superior vena cava, which is present during embryonic development but regresses in most individuals.

Anatomy[edit | edit source]

The fold of the left vena cava is located in the left atrium of the heart. It is situated near the left pulmonary veins and the left atrial appendage. The fold is composed of a thin layer of pericardial tissue and may contain small blood vessels and nerves.

Embryological Development[edit | edit source]

During embryonic development, the left superior vena cava is a prominent vessel that drains into the sinus venosus. As development progresses, the left superior vena cava typically regresses, leaving behind the fold of the left vena cava as a vestigial structure. In some individuals, the left superior vena cava persists, a condition known as a persistent left superior vena cava.

Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]

The fold of the left vena cava is generally of no clinical significance in most individuals. However, it can be of interest in certain medical imaging studies or during cardiac surgery. In cases where a persistent left superior vena cava is present, it may have implications for central venous catheterization and other medical procedures.

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