What is another word for posterior auricular vein?
Pronunciation: [pɒstˈi͡əɹɪəɹ ɔːɹˈɪkjʊlə vˈe͡ɪn] (IPA) 
The posterior auricular vein is a small blood vessel found at the back of the ear. It is responsible for carrying deoxygenated blood from the ear back to the heart. There are several synonyms used to refer to this vein which include the posterior auricular venous system, the posterior auricular artery, and the external jugular vein. In medical literature, it is also sometimes referred to as the occipital vein or the occipital-mastoid vein. Regardless of the synonym used, it is essential for medical professionals to locate and accurately identify this vein, especially when performing medical procedures in the area around the ear.
