Superficial Veins of Upper Limb

Question 1

Where does the cephalic arise and traverse?

Answer 1

Lateral side of dorsal venous network on posterior hand
Ascends superficial fascia on lateral biceps
Pierces clavipectoral fascia to drain into axillary VEIN @ infraclavicular fossa

Question 2

Where does the basilic arise and traverse?

Answer 2

Medial side of dorsal venous network
Ascends superficial fascia on medial biceps
Pierces deep fascia to join brachial or axillary VEIN

Question 3

What does the basilic do?

Answer 3

Helps drain parts of hand & forearm

Question 4

What is the significance of the median cubital vein?

Answer 4

Links cephalic & basilic vein in cubital fossa

Frequent site for venipuncture

Question 5

Where does the axillary vein traverse?

Answer 5

Formed @ lower border of teres major
Runs up medial side of axillary artery
Ends @ first rib becoming subclavian vein