Internal jugular vein

GPTKB entity

Statements (34)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:artery
gptkbp:arterialCompanion Common carotid artery
gptkbp:crosses gptkb:Subclavian_vein
gptkbp:diameter 10-15 mm
gptkbp:drainedBy gptkb:Brain
Neck
Face
gptkbp:endDate Brachiocephalic vein
gptkbp:hasValve Yes
gptkbp:hasViewOf Neck distension (jugular venous distension)
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Internal jugular vein
gptkbp:leftSide Smaller than right
gptkbp:length 15-20 cm
gptkbp:location Neck
gptkbp:originatedIn gptkb:Jugular_foramen
gptkbp:partner External jugular vein
gptkbp:partOf Human circulatory system
gptkbp:rightSide Larger than left
gptkbp:runsWithin gptkb:Carotid_sheath
gptkbp:scientificName Vena jugularis interna
gptkbp:significance Central venous catheterization
Jugular venous pressure measurement
gptkbp:supplies Right atrium (indirectly via brachiocephalic vein)
gptkbp:tributaryOf gptkb:Facial_vein
Inferior petrosal sinus
Lingual vein
Middle thyroid vein
Occipital vein
Pharyngeal vein
Superior thyroid vein
gptkbp:usedFor Measurement of central venous pressure
Venous access
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Central_Venous_Catheter
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6