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DVT398_2
Lower extremity venous
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the body's longest vein? | The Greater Saphenous Vein |
| which common Iliac vein is more prone to DVT and swelling? | The left common Iliac vein, because the right Iliac artery can cause compression. |
| What are the veins called that connect the deep system and superficial system? | Perforating veins |
| Is the common femoral vein medial or lateral to the common femoral artery? | Medial |
| At what junction does the greater Saphenous vein branch off the common femoral vein? | The Saphenofemoral junction. |
| Which plane is best for evaluating for DVT? | Transverse with compression. |
| What is another name for the profunda vein? | The deep femoral vein. |
| What is the function of the Soleal Sinuses? | They serve as venous blood reservoirs in the calf. |
| What is the "current" term for the vessel that used to be called the superficial femoral vein? Why? | Femoral vein, because it is part of the deep system. |
| What type of valves are within the venous system? | Bicuspid valves. |