Left colic vein

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Anatomy

The left colic vein is usually situated superior to the left colic artery, and is usually shorter than the left colic artery (due to the different positions of the inferior mesenteric artery and vein).[2]

Origin

The left colic vein is formed by the convergence of multiple tributaries, including an ascending branch and a descending branch.[2]

Variation

The left colic vein is sometimes doubled.[2]

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