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Right external iliac vein

Vena iliaca externa dextra · Pravá zevní kyčelní žíla

Veins

Looks like

The large vein continuing the femoral vein above the groin crease, running along the pelvic rim.

What it does

Carries blood from the leg to the common iliac vein.

Keeping it well

Deep vein clots can extend up into it, causing a swollen whole leg; this needs urgent treatment.

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