Brachiocephalic Vein: Critical Fetal Blood Vessel
The brachiocephalic vein is a critical component of the fetal pig’s cardiovascular system. It originates from the junction of the internal jugular and subclavian veins, receives blood from the head, neck, and forelimbs, and delivers it to the superior vena cava. During early embryonic development, the right brachiocephalic vein connects to the ductus venosus, bypassing … Read more