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Auricular Vein

Definition: The auricular vein is a blood vessel that drains blood from the surface of the ear and surrounding region. It is a branch of the posterior auricular vein.

Senses:

1. Anatomy: In human anatomy, the auricular vein refers to either the posterior auricular vein or its branches, which drain blood from the auricle (external ear).

Examples:

1. The auricular vein is responsible for draining blood from the surface of the ear.
2. During surgical procedures involving the ear, it is crucial to ligate the auricular vein to minimize bleeding.
3. The posterior auricular vein and its branches form the main auricular venous network.

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