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saphenous vein

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saphenous vein
n.
Either of two main superficial veins of the leg, one larger than the other, that begin at the foot.
Saphenous vein
A long vein in the thigh or calf commonly used for bypass grafts.
Mentioned in: Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery
saphenous vein.


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In bypass surgery, grafts are taken from the saphenous vein in the patient's thigh and sewn to the coronary arteries to help improve blood flow to the heart, relieve severe chest pain and reduce the risk of heart attacks from blocked arteries.
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