THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

Detailed explanation-1: -The function of the external jugular vein is to drain blood from the superficial structures of the cranium and the deep portions of the face.

Detailed explanation-2: -The external jugular vein drains into the subclavian vein lateral to the junction of the subclavian vein and the internal jugular vein.

Detailed explanation-3: -The external jugular vein is a superficial vein of the neck that drains blood from the parotid gland, most of the scalp, and side of the face, then back to the heart. It also assists with blood flow down from the head when other major veins, like the internal jugular vein, are compressed or blocked.

Detailed explanation-4: -Jugular Vein. The jugular veins include three pairs of veins in your neck. The three pairs are the interior, exterior and anterior veins. These veins are important because they return blood from your brain back toward your heart.