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Iliac vein
Introduction
Overview
Overview
In human anatomy, iliac vein refers to several anatomical structures located in the pelvis:
- External iliac vein – terminates at the common iliac vein, drains the femoral vein.
- Internal iliac vein – terminates at the common iliac vein, drains pelvic organs and perineum.
- Common iliac vein – formed by the external and internal iliac veins, drains into the inferior vena cava.