Vascular Access

Antecubital Fossa

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  • Basilic vein is By your side (ie medial
  • Cephalic vein on lateral side
  • Joined by the median cubital vein
  • Nerve, Artery, Tendon deep to basilic v (NAT medial to lateral)
  • Potential for arterial or nerve injury