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Common Iliac Vein.
Common Iliac Vein - as a noun
Formed by the internal and external iliac veins; unites with its fellow from the opposite side of the body to form the inferior vena cava
Example Sentences
"The common iliac vein is a major blood vessel located in the pelvis."
"The common iliac vein drains blood from the lower limbs and abdominal organs."
"In anatomy, the common iliac vein is a paired vein formed by the external and internal iliac veins."
"Compression of the common iliac vein can lead to symptoms such as leg swelling and pain."
"Thrombosis, or blood clot formation, in the common iliac vein is a potentially serious condition."
