The Azygos Venous System is a network of veins that connect the inferior vena cava with the superior vena cava. It plays a significant role in the venous drainage of the thorax. The system includes the azygos, hemiazygos, and accessory hemiazygos veins located in the front of the thoracic part of the vertebral column.
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Azygos Venous System PPT Summary
- The Azygos Venous System connects the inferior vena cava with the superior vena cava in the thorax.
- The system consists of the azygos, hemiazygos, and accessory hemiazygos veins.
- The azygos vein is formed on the right side, while the hemiazygos and accessory hemiazygos veins are on the left side.
- Tributaries of the azygos vein include lumbar veins, intercostal veins, bronchial veins, and more.
- The Azygos Venous System plays a crucial role in venous drainage and acts as a collateral channel in case of superior vena cava obstruction.
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