angular vein

noun

Meaning

A large blood vessel located near the inner corner of the eye that drains blood from the nose and eyelid into the facial vein.

Examples

The angular vein is a critical landmark for surgeons performing procedures around the orbit of the eye.
Blockage or infection in the angular vein can sometimes lead to serious complications due to its connection to the cavernous sinus.

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angular vein

noun

Pronunciation: ˈæŋɡjʊlər veɪn

Definition

A large blood vessel located near the inner corner of the eye that drains blood from the nose and eyelid into the facial vein.

Examples

The angular vein is a critical landmark for surgeons performing procedures around the orbit of the eye.
Blockage or infection in the angular vein can sometimes lead to serious complications due to its connection to the cavernous sinus.
Anatomy students must learn the precise path of the angular vein as it descends along the side of the nose.

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