Surface Anatomy Flashcards
1
Q
What is the contents of the ACF?
A
Lat to Med:
- Radial nerve
- Biceps tendon
- Brachial artery
- Median nerve
2
Q
What are the boundaries of the ACF?
A
Base: Line joining the epicondyles
Lateral: Brachioradialis muscle
Medial: Pronator teres muscle
3
Q
What are the functions of the median nerve?
A
MOTOR: Long flexors of the forearm &b thenar muscles
SENSORY: skin of elbow/wrist/radial aspect of palm
4
Q
What is the route of the cephalic vein?
A
- Ascends lateral border of forearm & arm
- Enters deltopectoral groove
- Pierces clavipectoral fascia
- Drains into axillary vein
5
Q
What is the route of the basilica vein?
A
- Medially on dorsum of hand
- Ascends medial forearm & arm
- Pierces deep fascia at biceps brachii
- Combines with brachial vein to form axillary vein
6
Q
What does the brachial artery divide into in the ACF?
A
Radial & ulnar arteries
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