venous plexus

plexus venosus

A congregation of multiple veins.

Type Nerve
Body System Cardiovascular
Parent Structure blood vasculature
Latin Name plexus venosus
FMA ID 4767

Sub-structures

anterior internal vertebral venous plexus Bone glandular venous plexus Nerve pampiniform plexus Bone prostatic venous plexus Nerve pudendal venous plexus Bone suboccipital venous plexus Bone vaginal venous plexus Nerve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the venous plexus?
A congregation of multiple veins.
What body system is the venous plexus part of?
The venous plexus is part of the Cardiovascular.
What is the Latin name for the venous plexus?
The Latin name for the venous plexus is plexus venosus.

Related Structures

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