palmar digital vein

palmar digital veins

The palmar digital veins (or volar digital veins) on each finger are connected to the dorsal digital veins by oblique intercapitular veins. Some sources distinguish between the 'proper palmar digital veins', which are more distal, and the 'common palmar digital veins', which are more proximal.

Type Vessel
Parent Structure forelimb digital vein
Latin Name palmar digital veins
FMA ID 70895

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the palmar digital vein?
The palmar digital veins (or volar digital veins) on each finger are connected to the dorsal digital veins by oblique intercapitular veins. Some sources distinguish between the 'proper palmar digital veins', which are more distal, and the 'common palmar digital veins', which are more proximal.
What is the Latin name for the palmar digital vein?
The Latin name for the palmar digital vein is palmar digital veins.

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