the cephalic vein is located in the arm.
the cephalic vein is located in the arm.
in what part of the body is the cephalic vein located?
in the arm
cephalic vein









































in human anatomy, the cephalic vein is a superficial vein in the arm.









































it communicates with the basilic vein via the median cubital vein at the elbow and is located in the superficial fascia along the anterolateral surface of the biceps brachii muscle.









































near the shoulder, the cephalic vein passes between the deltoid and pectoralis major muscles (deltopectoral groove) and through the deltopectoral triangle, where it empties into the axillary vein.









































section::::clinical significance.
cephalic vein
the cephalic vein is often visible through the skin, and its location in the deltopectoral groove is fairly consistent, making this site a good candidate for venous access. permanent pacemaker leads are often placed in the cephalic vein in the deltopectoral groove. the vein may be used for intravenous access, as large bore cannula may be easily placed. however, the cannulation of a vein as close to the radial nerve as the cephalic vein can sometimes lead to nerve damage.









































section::::history.
cephalic vein