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superior vana cava

 

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Term: Superior Vena Cava

Description:

The superior vena cava is a large vein that carries deoxygenated blood from the upper body back to the heart. It is one of the main veins of the circulatory system and is located in the superior mediastinum, near the chest and neck.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - Anatomy

A large vein that carries deoxygenated blood from the head, neck, upper limbs, and upper chest to the right atrium of the heart.

Example sentence: The superior vena cava plays a crucial role in returning blood from the upper body to the heart.

Sense 2:

Noun - Surgery

A surgical procedure involving the removal of a portion of the superior vena cava for medical treatment.

Example sentence: The patient underwent superior vena cava surgery to remove the obstruction and improve blood flow.

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