Anatomy
Course
A superficial vein that joins the great and small saphenous veins. It starts where the first dorsal digital vein of the foot meets with the great saphenous vein and connects to the small saphenous vein where it meets the fifth dorsal digital vein of the foot.
Drain
Receives tributaries from the dorsal digits and creates and anastomotic connection between the great and small saphenous vein.
Clinical
Can be easily palpated in a clinical setting just above the metatarsal bones.
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