OESOPHAGEAL VEINS
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Oesophageal Veins.
Oesophageal Veins - as a noun
Small veins from the esophagus emptying into the brachiocephalic vein or the azygos veins
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
esophageal veinsvenae esophageaeExample Sentences
"The oesophageal veins drain into the left gastric vein."
"Varicosities can develop in the oesophageal veins, causing bleeding."
"The oesophageal veins are responsible for draining the blood from the lower part of the oesophagus."
"Dilation of the oesophageal veins can lead to the development of oesophageal varices."
"Blood flow in the oesophageal veins is affected by factors such as portal hypertension."
