venous
IPA: vˈinʌs
adjective
- (relational) Of or pertaining to veins.
- (relational, of blood) Having passed through the capillaries and given up oxygen for the tissues and become charged with carbon dioxide.
- Possessing veins.
- Having numerous veins.
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Examples of "venous" in Sentences
- The nurse inserted the needle into the patient's venous catheter to draw blood for testing
- The doctor observed signs of venous insufficiency in the patient's legs, causing swelling and discoloration
- The surgeon carefully dissected the venous structures during the procedure to avoid excessive bleeding
- The ultrasound revealed a blockage in the venous system, leading to poor circulation in the lower extremities
- The paramedic applied pressure to the venous wound to stop the bleeding before transporting the patient to the hospital
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