Anterior tibial vein
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anterior tibial vein
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One of usually two veins that accompany the anterior tibial artery and empty into the popliteal vein.
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| Vein: Anterior tibial vein | |
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| Cross-section through middle of leg. | |
| Latin | venae tibiales anteriores |
| Gray's | subject #173 672 |
| Drains to | popliteal vein |
| Artery | anterior tibial artery |
In human anatomy, the anterior tibial vein of the lower limb carries blood from the anterior compartment of the leg to the popliteal vein which is formed when it joins with the posterior tibial vein.
Like most deep veins, the anterior tibial vein is accompanied by an artery of the same name, the anterior tibial artery, along its course.
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Anterior tibial artery and the muscles and bones of the leg - anterior view of right leg.
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Back of left lower extremity, showing surface markings for bones, vessels, and nerves.
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