The IVC is formed by the merging of the right and left common iliac veins. These veins come together in the abdomen, carrying blood from the lower limbs. The IVC is one of the largest veins in the ...

common femoral vein and iliac vein. In addition, the profunda femoris vein drains the upper leg and serves as a tributary to the common femoral vein. The deep and superficial systems are ...

Rebecca P. Winsett, RN, PhD, Assistant Professor, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis. Judy C. Martin, PhD, APRN, Associate Professor, College of ...