Anterior tibial vein

/antˈiəɹɪə tˈɪbɪəl vˈeɪn/

/æntˈiəɹɪɚ tˈɪbɪəl vˈeɪn/

a vein that accompanies the anterior tibial artery and helps to drain blood from the front of the leg and foot, and carries it back towards the heart

What is "anterior tibial vein"?

The anterior tibial vein is a vein located in the lower leg that runs alongside the anterior tibial artery. It plays a crucial role in returning deoxygenated blood from the muscles and tissues of the anterior lower leg and foot back to the heart. The anterior tibial vein is responsible for collecting the waste products and carbon dioxide from these areas, facilitating their removal from the body. It is an essential component of the venous system in the lower limb, ensuring efficient blood drainage and maintaining proper circulation in the leg and foot.