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Sigmoid Vein

Definition: The sigmoid vein is a blood vessel located in the pelvis that drains blood from the sigmoid colon.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: Anatomy

Usage: The sigmoid vein is responsible for carrying deoxygenated blood from the sigmoid colon back to the systemic circulation.

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Sense 2: Medicine

Usage: The sigmoid vein can sometimes become engorged, leading to health issues such as thrombosis.

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Sense 3: Biology

Usage: The sigmoid vein is a crucial component of the circulatory system in humans and other mammals.

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Sample Sentences:

1. The surgeon carefully ligated the sigmoid vein during the procedure.
2. When the sigmoid vein is blocked, it can cause severe pain in the lower abdomen.
3. Researchers conducted a study to investigate the role of the sigmoid vein in blood circulation.
4. A patient with a thrombosed sigmoid vein requires immediate medical intervention.