Vein Pathways Flashcards
1
Q
Cephalic vein
A
More lateral
Starts near snuff box
Connects in the cubital fossa (center)
Outlines lateral aspect of the bicep
B/w deltoid & pec major into subclavian (below mid-clavicle)
2
Q
Greater saphenous vein
A
Medial anterior thigh
Starts at medial side of foot
In front of medial malleoli
Goes up medial/anterior tibia, behind pes anserine
Up whole medial side of thigh
Enters into femoral triangle
Dumps into external iliac vein (femoral)
3
Q
Basilic Vein
A
More medial
Starts at medial aspect of the pisiform
Runs on medial aspect of forearm (upwards)
Connects in the cubital fossa (center)
Goes medial to the bicep before entering axillary vein