NCIt definition : A superficial vein originating from the dorsal vein at the fifth toe and the dorsal
venous arch of the foot and extends up the back of the leg to empty into the popliteal
vein at the knee joint.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: A superficial vein originating from the dorsal vein at the fifth toe and the
dorsal venous arch of the foot; it extends up the back of the leg to empty into the
popliteal vein at the knee joint.;