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The inferior vena cava: anatomical variants and acquired pathologies

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The inferior vena cava (IVC) is the largest vein in the body, draining blood from the abdomen, pelvis and lower extremities. This pictorial review summarises normal anatomy and embryological development… Click to show full abstract

The inferior vena cava (IVC) is the largest vein in the body, draining blood from the abdomen, pelvis and lower extremities. This pictorial review summarises normal anatomy and embryological development of the IVC. In addition, we highlight a wide range of anatomical variants, acquired pathologies and a common pitfall in imaging of the IVC. This information is essential for clinical decision making and to reduce misdiagnosis.

Keywords: anatomical variants; variants acquired; vena cava; cava anatomical; inferior vena; acquired pathologies

Journal Title: Insights into Imaging
Year Published: 2021

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