Caval opening
Foramen venae cavae
Definition
The caval opening is one of the three openings of the diaphragm, located in the central tendon.
It provides a path for the caudal vena cava and is located at the summit of the diaphragmatic cupula slightly to the right.
References
Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 2, Arthrologie et myologie, 4th edition, Vigot, Paris, 2017.
Sisson S, Grossman JD. The anatomy of the domestic animals. 5th ed. Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders; 1975.
Evans HE, de Lahunta A. Miller’s anatomy of the dog, 4th edition, Elsevier Saunders, St Louis, 2012.
