What is another word for Accessory Hemiazygos Vein?
Pronunciation: [ɐksˈɛsəɹˌi hˌɛmɪe͡ɪzˈɪɡə͡ʊz vˈe͡ɪn] (IPA) 
Accessory Hemiazygos Vein is a medical term that refers to a vein that runs parallel to the Hemiazygos vein and drains the lower posterior intercostal veins. There are several synonyms for the accessory hemiazygos vein, including the accessory hemiazygous vein, accessory hemiazygous vein, and vena azygos minor. In medical literature, the vein may also be shortened to AHV or referred to as a collateral vein. Despite the many synonyms for this vein, it plays a crucial role in the drainage of blood from the chest cavity and is an essential part of the cardiovascular system.
