Espiral Atlas
Anatomical regionUpper limb

Cubital fossa

fossa cubitalis

Triangular space in front of the elbow. Above: line between the epicondyles. Medially: flexor mass (pronator teres). Laterally: extensor mass (brachioradialis). Floor: brachialis and supinator. Roof: fascia reinforced by the bicipital aponeurosis, subcutaneous tissue and skin.

Upper limb – 3D human anatomy atlas

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Related clinical cases

  • Brachial artery: blood pressure, hemostasis and Volkmann contracture
  • Venipuncture in the cubital fossa

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