Intercostal veins

The video tutorial explains the anatomy and function of intercostal veins, focusing on their role in draining blood from intercostal spaces to the heart. It covers the azygos system of veins, including the azygos, hemiazygos, and accessory hemiazygos veins, and their pathways. The tutorial also discusses the internal thoracic vein and the concept of anastomosis in intercostal veins.

What is the difference between the azygos vein and the hemiazygos vein?

How do anterior intercostal veins differ from posterior intercostal veins?

What does the term 'anastamosis' refer to in the context of intercostal veins?