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antecubital fossa

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antecubital fossa
Etymology: L, ante, before, cubitum, elbow, fossa, ditch
a depression at the bend of the elbow.


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The lower edge of the cuff is placed one inch above the antecubital fossa (crease in the arm).
Blood pressure guidelines and screening techniques by Kracher, Connie M. / The Dental Assistant
A palpable cord was noted in the right supraclavicular fossa, and there was obvious swelling of the left antecubital fossa and the medial aspect of the arm.
Bilateral Lemierre's syndrome: a case report and literature review. ... by Werkhaven, Jay / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
Skin was disinfected before blood was taken from the antecubital fossa, and a pure growth without skin contaminants was obtained in all three cases after 24 to 48 hours.
Three cases of bacteremia caused by Vibrio cholerae O1 in Blantyre, ... by Hart, C. Anthony / Emerging Infectious Diseases
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