Right renal vein

What does "Right renal vein" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The "right renal vein" is a blood vessel found in the body. It's job is to carry blood that has been cleaned by the right kidney back towards the heart. This vein is important because it helps remove waste from the body. It's called the "right" renal vein because it's connected to the right kidney.

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