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Temporal Vein

Definition:

The temporal vein is a blood vessel that is located in the temple area of the head. It is responsible for carrying deoxygenated blood from the head and face to the larger veins in the body.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. Referring to the blood vessel in the temple area

Usages:

The temporal vein can be used in the following ways:

1. Noun

a. The temporal vein is often used as a reference point for medical procedures in the head and face.

Example sentence: The surgeon carefully dissected the temporal vein before proceeding with the delicate cranial surgery.

b. Injury or inflammation of the temporal vein can cause tenderness and pain in the temple area.

Example sentence: The patient complained of a throbbing headache which was later diagnosed as temporal veinitis.

c. The temporal vein can also be used for intravenous access in certain medical treatments.

Example sentence: The nurse inserted a cannula into the temporal vein to administer the medication.

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