What is another word for Accessory Hemiazygous Vein?
Pronunciation: [ɐksˈɛsəɹˌi hˌɛmɪe͡ɪzˈɪɡəs vˈe͡ɪn] (IPA) 
Accessory Hemiazygous Vein is a medical term used to describe a vein that runs parallel to the hemiazygous vein and drains into the azygous vein. This vein is also known by a few other synonyms, such as accessory hemiazygos vein, vena azygos minor, and vena azygos accessorius. The accessory hemiazygos vein is located on the left side of the spine and is responsible for draining blood from the left intercostal veins. Although it is classified as an accessory vein, the accessory hemiazygos vein still plays a crucial role in the circulatory system. Understanding the synonyms of this vein can help medical professionals communicate effectively with each other when discussing medical conditions or procedures that involve this vein.
