Superior Vena Cava

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Brachiocephalic Vein
Azygos Vein
Superior Vena Cava Obstruction

  • contains all blood from 
    • head
    • neck
    • both upper limbs
  • formed by union of both brachiocephalic veins
  • passes downward to enter right atrium of heart
  • joined by azygos vein just before entering pericardium
 

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