The Cubital Fossa Flashcards
1
Q
Where is the cubital fossa located?
A
As a depression the anterior surface of the elbow joint
2
Q
What is the lateral border of the cubital fossa?
A
The medial border of the brachioradialis muscle
3
Q
What is the medial border of the cubital fossa?
A
The lateral border of the pronator teres muscle
4
Q
What is the superior border of the cubital fossa?
A
And imaginary line between the epicondyle of the humerus
5
Q
What is the floor of the cubital fossa formed by?
A
Proxiamlly by the brachialis
Distally by the supinator muscle
6
Q
What is the roof of the cubital fossa?
A
Consists of skin and fascia and bicipital aponeurosis
7
Q
What vein runs within the roof of the cubital fossa?
A
The median cubital vein
