great saphenous vein
greater saphenous vein
The great saphenous vein (GSV), also greater saphenous vein, is the large (subcutaneous) superficial vein of the leg and thigh. The terms 'safaina' (Greek) and 'el safin' (Arabic) have both been claimed as the origin for the word 'saphenous'. [WP,unvetted].
| 类型 | Vessel |
| 上级结构 | saphenous vein |
| 拉丁名称 | greater saphenous vein |
| FMA ID | 21376 |
常见问题
What is the great saphenous vein?
The great saphenous vein (GSV), also greater saphenous vein, is the large (subcutaneous) superficial vein of the leg and thigh. The terms 'safaina' (Greek) and 'el safin' (Arabic) have both been claimed as the origin for the word 'saphenous'. [WP,unvetted].
What is the Latin name for the great saphenous vein?
The Latin name for the great saphenous vein is greater saphenous vein.
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