Venous Drainage of the Upper Extremities

The video tutorial explains the venous drainage of the brachium, focusing on the superficial veins near the axilla, including the basilic and cephalic veins. It details how these veins transition into the axillary vein and eventually into the subclavian vein, highlighting the role of the brachial fascia. The tutorial also covers the major drainage points of the arm, emphasizing the importance of both superficial and deep veins in returning blood to the heart.

What is the primary function of the superficial veins near the axilla?

• To drain the superficial regions of the brachium

• To connect directly to the heart

• To regulate body temperature

• To supply oxygenated blood to the arm

At what point does the subclavian artery become the axillary artery?

• When it passes over the lateral part of the superior aspect of the first rib

• When it reaches the elbow

• When it enters the heart

• When it crosses the clavicle

What transformation occurs to the basilic vein at the inferior border of Terry's major?

• It becomes the subclavian vein

• It becomes the axillary vein

• It becomes the brachial artery

• It becomes the cephalic vein

What is the role of the brachial fascia in the transition of the basilic vein?

• It prevents the vein from becoming superficial

• It supplies blood to the basilic vein

• It allows the basilic vein to penetrate deeper and become the axillary vein

• It connects the basilic vein to the heart

Which vein drains the lateral part of the brachium, elbow, and forearm?

• Basilic vein

• Axillary vein

• Cephalic vein

• Subclavian vein

Through which space does the cephalic vein pass to reach the axillary vein?

• Quadrangular space

• Deltopectoral triangle

• Triangular interval

• Brachial fascia

What are the major drainage points of the arm?

• Basilic vein, cephalic vein, and axillary vein

• Subclavian vein, brachial artery, and cephalic vein

• Axillary artery, basilic vein, and subclavian vein

• Cephalic vein, brachial artery, and axillary artery