Venous Valves

Flaps within the VEINS that allow the blood to flow only in one direction. They are usually in the medium size veins that carry blood to the heart against gravity.

Year introduced: 2009

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Tree Number(s): A07.015.908.950

MeSH Unique ID: D055422

Entry Terms:

• Valves, Venous
• Valve, Venous
• Venous Valve

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Anatomy Category
Cardiovascular System
Blood Vessels
Veins
Venous Valves