vena retromandibularis

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Noun vena retromandibularis has 1 sense

retromandibular vein, vena retromandibularis, posterior facial vein - posterior branch of the facial vein; formed by temporal veins in front of the ear
--₁ is a kind of facial vein, vena facialis

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Vena Retromandibularis

Description:

Vena retromandibularis is a term used in human anatomy to refer to a vein located behind the lower jaw, specifically in the region of the mandible. It is an important vessel that plays a significant role in the drainage of blood from the head and neck.

Sample Sentences:

The vena retromandibularis drains deoxygenated blood from the tissues surrounding the mandible.
During surgery, the surgeon carefully dissected the vena retromandibularis to access the underlying structures.
In cases of head trauma, damage to the vena retromandibularis can result in severe bleeding.

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