The Inferior Vena Cava: Anatomical Variants and Acquired Pathologies

Overview

Journal Insights Imaging

Publisher Springer

Specialty Radiology

Date 2021 Aug 30

PMID 34460015

Citations 18

Authors

Simon J Li

Jean Lee

Jonathan Hall

Tom R Sutherland

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Abstract

The inferior vena cava (IVC) is the largest vein in the body, draining blood from the abdomen, pelvis and lower extremities. This pictorial review summarises normal anatomy and embryological development of the IVC. In addition, we highlight a wide range of anatomical variants, acquired pathologies and a common pitfall in imaging of the IVC. This information is essential for clinical decision making and to reduce misdiagnosis.

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