The vena vertebralis is a vein that runs along the spinal column and is crucial in draining blood from the vertebral region. There are several synonyms for vena vertebralis, including the vertebral vein, dorsal vertebral vein, and spinal vein. The vertebral vein is the most commonly used synonym as it describes the location and function of the vein while also being simple to remember. The dorsal vertebral vein also refers to the location of the vein but with an emphasis on its position on the back. The spinal vein is a more general term as it can refer to any vein that is located within the spinal cord.