Veins and Arteries Flashcards
What artery provides the main arterial supply to the arm and is a continuation of the axillary artery?
brachial artery
Where does the brachial artery begin?
inferior border of teres major
Where does the brachial artery end?
in the cubital fossa opposite the neck of the radius
What two arteries does the brachial artery divide into?
radial and ulnar arteries
Where are pulsations of the brachial artery palpable?
medial bicipital groove
What are the two main superficial veins of the arm?
cephalic and basilic
Where does the brachial vein begin?
at the elbow
Where does the brachial vein end?
merges with the basilic vein to form the axillary vein
Where do the cephalic and basilica veins originate?
in the subcutaneous tissue on the dorsum of the hand from the dorsal venous network
What is the name of the veins that form communications between the superficial and deep veins?
perforating veins