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A rare case of persistent jugulocephalic vein and its clinical implication
Prakashchandra Shetty1, Satheesha B Nayak1, Rajesh Thangarajan1
1Department of Anatomy, Melaka Manipal Medical College (Manipal Campus), Manipal University, Manipal, Inida.
Anatomy & Cell Biology
|October 11, 2016
Summary
A rare persistent jugulocephalic vein variation was found in an adult male cadaver. This anatomical finding is crucial for surgeons and radiologists performing procedures in the neck and chest.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Vascular Anatomy
- Human Anatomy
Background:
- The cephalic vein typically drains into the axillary vein.
- Anatomical variations in venous drainage are uncommon but clinically significant.
- Understanding these variations is vital for surgical and interventional procedures.
Observation:
- A persistent jugulocephalic vein was identified during a routine cadaver dissection.
- This variation involved the cephalic vein ascending to join the external jugular vein.
- A communicating branch from this vein to the axillary vein was also noted.
Findings:
- The persistent jugulocephalic vein is an extremely rare anatomical variation.
- The observed vein ascended superficially over the clavicle, draining into the external jugular vein.
- This anomaly also featured a connection to the axillary vein.
Implications:
- Knowledge of this variation is critical for orthopedic, head and neck, and cardiothoracic surgeons.
- Radiologists must be aware of this anomaly during catheterization and cardiac device placement.
- Accurate anatomical understanding aids in preventing surgical complications and improving patient outcomes.
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