posterior auricular vein

posterior auricular vein

The posterior auricular vein begins upon the side of the head, in a plexus which communicates with the tributaries of the occipital vein and superficial temporal veins. It descends behind the auricula, and joins the posterior division of the posterior facial vein to form the external jugular. It receive the stylomastoid vein, and some tributaries from the cranial surface of the auricula.

Type Bone
Parent Structure auricular vein
Latin Name posterior auricular vein
FMA ID 50851

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the posterior auricular vein?
The posterior auricular vein begins upon the side of the head, in a plexus which communicates with the tributaries of the occipital vein and superficial temporal veins. It descends behind the auricula, and joins the posterior division of the posterior facial vein to form the external jugular. It rec
What is the Latin name for the posterior auricular vein?
The Latin name for the posterior auricular vein is posterior auricular vein.

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