Femoral vein

Definition

The femoral vein is a major blood vessel in the thigh that returns deoxygenated blood from the lower limb back to the heart. It runs close to the femoral artery and plays a crucial role in the circulatory pathways of the cardiovascular system.

Related terms

Circulatory System:

The body's network of blood vessels and organs responsible for circulating blood and lymph throughout the body.

Venous Return: The process of returning deoxygenated blood back to the heart via veins.

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): A condition where a blood clot forms in a deep vein, often in the lower leg or thigh