Veins of the forearm: Posterior view (English)

The cephalic and basilic veins of the forearm originate from the dorsal venous network of the hand. Also arising from the medial aspect of the dorsal venous network is the accessory cephalic vein. It courses in a superolateral direction to unite with the cephalic vein variably around the level of the elbow joint, when present. The deep veins of the forearm seen from this posterior view include the posterior interosseous veins, which arises from the dorsal venous network and drain to a collateral vein at the elbow joint.