ulnar vein (Meaning)
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ulnar vein (n)
any of several veins of the forearm
Synonyms & Antonyms of ulnar vein
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
ulnar vein Sentence Examples
- The ulnar vein, located on the medial side of the forearm, is commonly used for blood sampling.
- Injection of fluids into the ulnar vein should be done cautiously to avoid extravasation.
- Ultrasound imaging of the ulnar vein is helpful in assessing its patency and diameter.
- Catheterization of the ulnar vein is sometimes necessary for central venous access.
- Compression of the ulnar vein can be used to stop bleeding in the hand.
- Thrombosis of the ulnar vein can result from improper venous access technique.
- A prominent ulnar vein is a common sign of increased venous pressure.
- The ulnar vein undergoes anatomical variations in some individuals.
- The ulnar vein is innervated by the medial cutaneous nerve of the forearm.
- The ulnar vein is part of the superficial venous system of the upper extremity.
FAQs About the word ulnar vein
any of several veins of the forearm
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The ulnar vein, located on the medial side of the forearm, is commonly used for blood sampling.
Injection of fluids into the ulnar vein should be done cautiously to avoid extravasation.
Ultrasound imaging of the ulnar vein is helpful in assessing its patency and diameter.
Catheterization of the ulnar vein is sometimes necessary for central venous access.
