vena basilica Synonyms
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vena basilica Meaning
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vena basilica (n)
a vein that drains the back of the hand and forearm and empties into the axillary vein
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a vein that drains the back of the hand and forearm and empties into the axillary vein
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The vena basilica is a prominent superficial vein located on the anteromedial aspect of the forearm.
To draw blood for a venipuncture, healthcare professionals often access the vena basilica.
The cephalic and vena basilica veins are major cutaneous veins of the upper limb.
The vena basilica receives tributaries from the forearm, wrist, and hand.
