Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Anterior Facial Vein.
Anterior Facial Vein - as a noun
A continuation of the angular vein; unites with the retromandibular vein before emptying into the internal jugular vein
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
vena facialis anteriorExample Sentences
"The anterior facial vein drains blood from the region of the face."
"The anterior facial vein joins the facial vein near the corner of the eye."
"In a facial fracture, the anterior facial vein may be damaged."
"The anterior facial vein is located deep within the facial tissues."
"Dilation of the anterior facial vein can indicate a vascular disorder."
