The coexistence of the internal jugular vein duplication with a contralateral internal jugular drainage of the external jugular vein

• Main Authors: George Triantafyllou (Author), Katerina Vassiou (Author), Marianna Vlychou (Author), George Tsakotos (Author), Răzvan Costin Tudose (Author), Mugurel Constantin Rusu (Author), Maria Piagkou (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2024-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Summary

Introduction: The current imaging report describes a unique coexistence of the neck venous system morphological variants. Methods: The imaging study of a 75-year-old male patient was isolated due to its unique venous system. Results: An internal jugular vein (IJV) duplication (main-typical and accessory IJVs) was identified on the right side, coexisting with a facial vein (FV) drainage into the accessory IJV. On the left side, the external jugular vein (EJV) was draining into the IJV and the FV into the EJV. A transverse anastomosis of the EJV and anterior jugular vein (AJV) was identified. Conclusions: The IJV duplication is a rare morphological variant, and its coexistence with other co-variants complicates the area's anatomy. Understanding these morphological variants is crucial for anesthesiologists and surgeons, as it can help prevent iatrogenic injury.

Item Description

2214-854X
10.1016/j.tria.2024.100326