small saphenous vein; short saphenous vein; lesser saphenous vein

Origin

• dorsal vein of the 5th toe
• dorsal venous arch

Course

• originates on the lateral side of the foot
• ascends posterior to the lateral malleolus, along the lateral border of the calcaneal tendon
• passes through the middle of the calf to the lower popliteal space

Empties into

• popliteal vein

More general terms

• vein

Additional terms

• great saphenous vein
• popliteal vein