lateral thoracic vein

vena thoracica lateralis

The lateral thoracic vein is a tributary of the axillary vein. It runs with the lateral thoracic artery and drains the serratus ventralis muscle and the Pectoralis major muscle. Normally, the thoracoepigastric vein exists between this vein and superficial epigastric vein (a tributary of femoral vein), to act as a shunt for blood if the portal system (through the liver) develops hypertension or a blockage. [WP,unvetted].

Type Bone
Parent Structure thoracic vein
Latin Name vena thoracica lateralis
FMA ID 71210

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the lateral thoracic vein?
The lateral thoracic vein is a tributary of the axillary vein. It runs with the lateral thoracic artery and drains the serratus ventralis muscle and the Pectoralis major muscle. Normally, the thoracoepigastric vein exists between this vein and superficial epigastric vein (a tributary of femoral vein
What is the Latin name for the lateral thoracic vein?
The Latin name for the lateral thoracic vein is vena thoracica lateralis.

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