Right lateral thoracic vein (Vena thoracica lateralis)
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Anatomy
Runs along the lower border of pectoralis minor, draining the lateral thoracic wall and lateral breast into the axillary vein.
Clinical notes
Anastomoses with the superficial epigastric vein forming the thoracoepigastric vein, which dilates as a collateral pathway in portal hypertension or IVC obstruction.
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FAQ
What is the role of the Right lateral thoracic vein?
Runs along the lower border of pectoralis minor, draining the lateral thoracic wall and lateral breast into the axillary vein.
Why is the Right lateral thoracic vein clinically important?
Anastomoses with the superficial epigastric vein forming the thoracoepigastric vein, which dilates as a collateral pathway in portal hypertension or IVC obstruction.
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