Inferior anastomotic vein
The inferior anastomotic vein (also known as the vein of Labbe) is one of several superficial cerebral veins. It forms an anastomosis between the superficial middle cerebral vein and transverse sinus, opening into either at either end.
| Inferior anastomotic vein | |
|---|---|
| Details | |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | vena anastomotica inferior |
| TA98 | A12.3.06.010 |
| TA2 | 4910 |
| FMA | 51239 |
| Anatomical terminology | |
It courses across the surface of the temporal lobe. It drains adjacent cortical regions, gathering tributaries from minor veins of the temporal lobe.
It is highly variable.
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