glandular venous plexus

thiroid venous plexus

A venous plexus tha connects the middle and superior thyroid veins.

Type Nerve
Body System Nervous
Parent Structure venous plexus
Latin Name thiroid venous plexus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glandular venous plexus?
The glandular venous plexus is a venous network associated with the thyroid gland that connects the middle and superior thyroid veins, facilitating venous drainage of the thyroid region.
Where is the glandular venous plexus located?
The glandular venous plexus is located on or near the surface of the thyroid gland in the anterior neck, forming connections between the middle thyroid veins and the superior thyroid veins.
What is the function of the glandular venous plexus?
The glandular venous plexus is involved in providing venous interconnections within the thyroid venous drainage system, helping to distribute venous outflow between the middle and superior thyroid veins.
What conditions may be associated with the glandular venous plexus?
Thyroid enlargement (goiter), thyroid tumors, hyperthyroidism, or surgical procedures on the thyroid gland may be associated with congestion or altered anatomy of the glandular venous plexus.
How is the glandular venous plexus examined?
The glandular venous plexus may be assessed through neck ultrasound with Doppler imaging, CT or MRI of the neck, thyroid scintigraphy, or during thyroid surgery when venous anatomy is directly visualized.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.