Related Experiment Video
Updated: Aug 6, 2026
11:49
Single-port Non-liposuction Endoscopic Axillary Lymph Node Dissection in Breast Cancer Surgery
Published on: April 3, 2026
Double Axillary Vein During Axillary Lymph Node Dissection for Breast Cancer
Ioannis K Papapanagiotou1,2, Theodoros Mariolis Sapsakos2, Apostolos Mitrousias3
1Breast Department Mediterraneo Hospital Athens Greece.
Clinical Case Reports
|August 5, 2026
Summary
The double axillary vein, a rare anatomical variation, typically has minimal clinical significance. However, surgeons must recognize this vascular anomaly to prevent complications during axillary dissection procedures.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Vascular Surgery
- Surgical Education
Background:
- Anatomical variations in the axillary vein can occur.
- The double axillary vein is a rare presentation.
- Awareness of vascular anomalies is crucial for surgical safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the clinical relevance of the double axillary vein.
- To inform surgeons about potential surgical complications.
- To emphasize the importance of preoperative anatomical knowledge.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on axillary vein variations.
- Case study analysis (if applicable).
- Surgical outcome assessment in relation to venous anomalies.
Main Results:
- The double axillary vein usually presents with minimal clinical significance.
- Potential for severe bleeding or venous congestion exists if injured during surgery.
- Surgical outcomes can be negatively impacted by unrecognized double axillary veins.
Conclusions:
- Surgeons must be aware of the double axillary vein variation.
- Preoperative identification or awareness can mitigate surgical risks.
- Understanding this anomaly improves patient safety in axillary procedures.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
01:19Veins of Thorax
The azygos system is a crucial part of the body's circulatory system and drains most of the thorax. It comprises the azygos, hemiazygos, and accessory hemiazygos veins.
The azygos vein, positioned just right of the midline and anterior to the vertebral column, begins at the junction of the right ascending lumbar and subcostal veins, terminating in the superior vena cava. This vein drains blood from the right side of the thoracic wall, thoracic viscera, and posterior abdominal wall.
The...
The azygos vein, positioned just right of the midline and anterior to the vertebral column, begins at the junction of the right ascending lumbar and subcostal veins, terminating in the superior vena cava. This vein drains blood from the right side of the thoracic wall, thoracic viscera, and posterior abdominal wall.
The...
01:17Veins of Upper Limbs
The human circulatory system, a marvel of biological engineering, is a complex network of vessels that transport blood throughout the body. Among these, the veins responsible for carrying blood from the upper limbs are divided into two categories: deep and superficial.
The deep venous system is primarily composed of the ulnar and radial veins. The ulnar vein, which drains the fingers through the superficial palmar venous arches, and the radial vein, which serves the palms via the deep palmar...
The deep venous system is primarily composed of the ulnar and radial veins. The ulnar vein, which drains the fingers through the superficial palmar venous arches, and the radial vein, which serves the palms via the deep palmar...
01:16Lymphatic Vessels and Lymph Transport
Lymphatic vessels, known as lymphatics, are crucial in transporting lymph from peripheral tissues to our venous system. This process begins with lymph entering through tiny capillaries that branch through tissues. These capillaries have unique features such as larger diameters, thinner walls, and a distinctive one-way valve system formed by overlapping endothelial cells.
This one-way system allows fluids, solutes, and even pathogens to enter but prevents their return to the intercellular spaces.
This one-way system allows fluids, solutes, and even pathogens to enter but prevents their return to the intercellular spaces.
01:12Arteries of the Upper Limbs
The subclavian artery transitions into the axillary artery as it exits the chest and enters the axillary region. This artery is critical for supplying blood to the shoulder area, including the head of the humerus, through the humeral circumflex arteries. As the vessel continues into the upper arm or brachium, it becomes the brachial artery. This artery plays a key role in vascularizing the brachial region and bifurcates at the elbow into several branches. These branches include the deep...
01:11Overview of Systemic Veins
Systemic veins are crucial blood vessels that return deoxygenated blood from various body tissues back to the heart. There are three systemic veins that return deoxygenated blood to the heart, they are as follows.
The coronary sinus, the heart's principal vein, resides in the coronary sulcus on the heart's posterior aspect. This broad venous channel receives nearly all venous blood from the myocardium, the heart muscle. It is fed by three primary veins: the great cardiac vein, the middle...
The coronary sinus, the heart's principal vein, resides in the coronary sulcus on the heart's posterior aspect. This broad venous channel receives nearly all venous blood from the myocardium, the heart muscle. It is fed by three primary veins: the great cardiac vein, the middle...