Left anterior basal segmental vein

Looks like

A vein running between segments at the front of the lung base.

What it does

Drains the anterior basal segment of the lower lobe.

Keeping it well

Its course marks the boundary between segments for surgeons.

Related conditions

• Chronic venous insufficiency
• Clotting disorders (thrombophilia & APS)
• Deep vein thrombosis
• Varicose veins