Cardiovascular System
Apicoposterior Vein of Left Lung
Vena apicoposterior pulmonis sinistri
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Origin: Union of pulmonary capillary networks.
Course: Accompanies the apicoposterior segmental bronchus (B1+2) of left lung.
Tributaries: Intersegmental and intrasegmental parts.
Drainage: Apicoposterior bronchopulmonary (and surrounding) segment of left lung.
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