vena cephalica
Definition
- Noun:
- A large vein of the arm that empties into the axillary vein: The "vena cephalica" is a major superficial vein located in the upper limb. It runs along the lateral (thumb) side of the arm and drains blood from the hand and forearm, ultimately connecting to the axillary vein near the shoulder.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The phlebotomist easily located the vena cephalica for the blood draw.
- In human anatomy, the vena cephalica is a key vessel for venous access.
Advanced Usage
- Clinical Context: The term is used in medical settings to describe a common site for intravenous cannulation or for drawing blood due to its consistent and accessible location.
- The surgeon chose the vena cephalica for the central line insertion.
Variants and Related Words
- Cephalic vein: This is the more common English term for "vena cephalica." Both terms refer to the same anatomical structure.
- The cephalic vein is often visible on the surface of the skin.
Synonyms
- Cephalic vein: The direct English synonym.
Related Phrases / Idioms
- This is a specific anatomical term and is not used in idiomatic expressions or common phrasal verbs.
Noun
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a large vein of the arm that empties into the axillary vein
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