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Dorsal venous arch
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a foot vein that collects blood from the toes and top of the foot, serving as a drainage point for venous blood returning from the foot
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
dorsal venous arches
What is "dorsal venous arch"?
The dorsal venous arch is a network of veins located on the top surface of the foot. It is formed by the union of smaller veins from the toes and connects to the larger veins of the lower leg. The dorsal venous arch serves as a drainage system for deoxygenated blood from the foot, allowing it to return to the heart for oxygenation. It plays an important role in maintaining circulation and venous return in the lower extremities.
