# tributary

The anatomical or organ system that the vein flows into; a larger structure that the vein connects to.

## Expected Types

| Type | Description |
|------|-------------|
| [AnatomicalStructure](https://schema.org.ai/AnatomicalStructure) | Any part of the human body, typically a component of an anatomical system. Organs, tissues, and cells are all anatomical structures. |

## Used on Types

| Type | Description |
|------|-------------|
| [Vein](https://schema.org.ai/Vein) | A type of blood vessel that specifically carries blood to the heart. |

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