great saphenous vein

greater saphenous vein

The great saphenous vein (GSV), also greater saphenous vein, is the large (subcutaneous) superficial vein of the leg and thigh. The terms 'safaina' (Greek) and 'el safin' (Arabic) have both been claimed as the origin for the word 'saphenous'. [WP,unvetted].

Type Vessel
Parent Structure saphenous vein
Latin Name greater saphenous vein
FMA ID 21376

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the great saphenous vein?
The great saphenous vein (GSV), also greater saphenous vein, is the large (subcutaneous) superficial vein of the leg and thigh. The terms 'safaina' (Greek) and 'el safin' (Arabic) have both been claimed as the origin for the word 'saphenous'. [WP,unvetted].
What is the Latin name for the great saphenous vein?
The Latin name for the great saphenous vein is greater saphenous vein.

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