vein of vestibular aqueduct

vena aqueductus vestibuli

A vein that leaves the vestibule through an individual bone canal running parallel to the vestibular aqueduct up to the dura of the posterior side of the petrosa in the area of the endolymphatic sac. It then opens in the inferior petrosal sinus or the jugular bulb. The vein receives other branches from the bone, dura and sac.

Type Bone
Parent Structure vein
Latin Name vena aqueductus vestibuli
FMA ID 52367

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vein of vestibular aqueduct?
A vein that leaves the vestibule through an individual bone canal running parallel to the vestibular aqueduct up to the dura of the posterior side of the petrosa in the area of the endolymphatic sac. It then opens in the inferior petrosal sinus or the jugular bulb. The vein receives other branches f
What is the Latin name for the vein of vestibular aqueduct?
The Latin name for the vein of vestibular aqueduct is vena aqueductus vestibuli.

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