Left anterior circumflex humeral vein (Vena circumflexa humeri anterior)
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Anatomy
A vein accompanying the anterior circumflex humeral artery horizontally around the surgical neck of the humerus deep to the deltoid muscle, terminating in the axillary vein.
Clinical notes
At risk of laceration and bleeding during anterior shoulder arthroplasty approaches (deltopectoral interval) and displaced humeral surgical neck fractures.
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FAQ
What is the role of the Left anterior circumflex humeral vein?
A vein accompanying the anterior circumflex humeral artery horizontally around the surgical neck of the humerus deep to the deltoid muscle, terminating in the axillary vein.
Why is the Left anterior circumflex humeral vein clinically important?
At risk of laceration and bleeding during anterior shoulder arthroplasty approaches (deltopectoral interval) and displaced humeral surgical neck fractures.
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