The Cardiovascular system - The venous drainage of the upper limb Flashcards
1
Q
What are the major superficial veins of the upper limb?
Where are they located?
A
Cephalic and basilic veins, locate
They are located within the subcutaneous tissue of the upper limb.
2
Q
What are the deep veins of the upper limb
A
The brachial veins, situated either side of the brachial artery.
3
Q
How are the deep veins and superficial veins of the upper limb connected?
A
Perforating veins run between the deep and superficial veins of the upper limb, connecting the two systems.
