Dermatology UPPER LIMB Dissection

Question 1

Describe the route of the cephalic vein

Answer 1

Identified running proximally on the lateral side of the anterior forearm then arm.

Question 2

What is the section of the cephalic vein on the lateral aspect of the distal forearm called and what is it used for ?

Answer 2

Called the housemans vein and used often for a cannula

Question 3

Describe the route of the basilic vein and identify where it becomes the brachial vein

Answer 3

Runs proximally on the medial aspect of the anterior forearm.

Pierces the deep fascia to become the brachial vein at about mid-arm level

Question 4

Where does both the brachial and cephalic veins originate from ?

Answer 4

Both originate from the dorsal venous network (not it is dorsal venous arch on the foot)

Question 5

What vein is very commonly used for venepuncture ?

Answer 5

Cubital vein