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Superior Vena Cava.
Superior Vena Cava - as a noun
Receives blood from the head and arms and chest and empties into the right atrium of the heart; formed from the azygos and both brachiocephalic veins
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
precavaExample Sentences
"The superior vena cava is a large vein that carries deoxygenated blood from the upper body to the heart."
"The superior vena cava receives blood from the head, neck, upper limbs, and chest."
"Obstruction or blockage of the superior vena cava can cause symptoms such as swelling of the face and arms."
"During open-heart surgery, the superior vena cava may be temporarily clamped off to redirect blood flow."
"The superior vena cava merges with the right atrium of the heart."
