Anatomy - Examination of the Body / Gr Saph V Image235 |
Great Saphennous Vein This vein begins from the medial side of the dorsal venous arch and is located in front of the medial malleolus. It is easily accessible here even in very obese or very young individuals a fact which comes in handy when transfusion is urgently required. Also note the tendon of extensor hallucis longus. |