transverse cervical vein

A vein that is tributary of the external jugular vein and drains blood from the superficial muscles of the back, mainly the trapezius muscle.

Type Bone
Parent Structure vein
FMA ID 50858

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What is the transverse cervical vein?
A vein that is tributary of the external jugular vein and drains blood from the superficial muscles of the back, mainly the trapezius muscle.

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