Cardiovascular System
Superficial Veins of Ankle and Foot (Left)
Venae superficiales tarsi et pedis
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The medial and lateral marginal veins receive venous blood from the dorsal venous arch, which is formed by the dorsal metatarsal veins draining the digits. The medial and lateral marginal veins continue as the great and small saphenous veins, respectively.
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Vein
A venous sinus is a vein with a thin wall of endothelium that is devoid of smooth muscle to regulate its diameter.
