noun
saphenous vein
Anatomical term for the large superficial veins of the leg; often used in medical contexts.
伏在静脈は下肢の主要な静脈の一つです。
The saphenous vein is one of the major veins of the lower limb.
Compound of 伏在 (ふくざい, 'lying hidden') and 静脈 (じょうみゃく, 'vein'), referring to the vein's superficial yet concealed course along the leg.