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vena scapularis dorsalis

 

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Noun vena scapularis dorsalis has 1 sense
  1. dorsal scapular vein, vena scapularis dorsalis - vein that is a tributary of the subclavian vein or external jugular vein and accompanies the descending scapular artery
    --1 is a kind of vein, vena, venous blood vessel

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Vena Scapularis Dorsalis

Description

The vena scapularis dorsalis refers to a vein located on the dorsal (upper) surface of the scapula, which is the shoulder blade bone in vertebrates. This vein plays a crucial role in the circulatory system by draining the blood from the surrounding muscles and tissues of the scapula.

Senses

Sense 1: Anatomy

In anatomy, the vena scapularis dorsalis is a superficial vein that runs along the dorsal surface of the scapula. It receives blood from the muscles and tissues of the shoulder blade region before returning it to the heart.

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Sample Sentences

Noun (Anatomy)

During dissection, the vena scapularis dorsalis was clearly visible, accompanying the nerves and arteries along the scapula's dorsal surface.

Noun (Medical)

The blockage in the vena scapularis dorsalis caused significant swelling and discomfort in the patient's shoulder area.

Adjective (Anatomical)

Dr. Johnson examined the patient's scapula and noted that the vena scapularis dorsalis appeared dilated, indicating a potential issue with venous return.

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