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Iliac vein

In human anatomy, iliac vein refers to several anatomical structures located in the pelvis: External iliac vein - terminates at the common iliac vein, drains the femoral vein.
Internal iliac vein - terminates at the common iliac vein, drains pelvic organs and perineum.
Common iliac vein - formed by the external and internal iliac veins, drains into the inferior vena cava.

See also

Iliac artery

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