Posterior tibial vein

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Overview

In anatomy, the posterior tibial vein of the lower limb carries blood from the posterior compartment and plantar surface of the foot to the popliteal vein which it forms when it joins with the anterior tibial vein.

Like most deep veins, the posterior tibial vein is accompanied by an artery of the same name, the posterior tibial artery, along its course.

Additional images

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  Cross-section through middle of leg.

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  Major arteries of the leg (posterior view)

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  Back of left lower extremity, showing surface markings for bones, vessels, and nerves.