Brachial Vein (2024)

: It is formed at the elbow by the merging of the ulnar and radial veins.

: Because it is a deep vein, it is less visible than superficial veins (like the cephalic or basilic). However, it is frequently used by clinicians for inserting Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs) or for creating specialized hemodialysis fistulas. brachial vein

: It travels up the inner arm and joins with the basilic vein to form the axillary vein at the lower border of the teres major muscle. ⚙️ Function : It is formed at the elbow by