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Vortex Vein.
Vortex Vein - as a noun
A vein formed by branches from the back surface of the eye and the ciliary body; empties into the ophthalmic veins
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
vena vorticosumvorticose veinExample Sentences
"The vortex vein drains blood from the ciliary body of the eye."
"In ocular anatomy, the vortex veins are responsible for draining blood from the choroid."
"The pathology report mentioned engorgement of the vortex veins."
"During surgery, the surgeon identified and cauterized the vortex veins to control bleeding."
"The patient's retina showed signs of venous congestion due to occlusion of the vortex vein."
