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Vertebral Vein.
Vertebral Vein - as a noun
A vein that goes through the foramina of the cervical vertebrae and forms a plexus around the vertebral artery; empties into the brachiocephalic vein
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
vena vertebralisExample Sentences
"The vertebral vein runs alongside the vertebral artery in the spinal column."
"A blockage in the vertebral vein can cause symptoms such as neck pain and headache."
"The vertebral veins drain blood from the cervical vertebrae."
"In rare cases, a vertebral vein can develop a blood clot."
"The vertebral veins play a role in draining blood from the brain and spinal cord."