Peripheral Nerve DisordersNerve Injury and RehabilitationOrthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
Wayne Teipen
2026.1.1JAVA - Journal of the Association for Vascular Access
tlooto Summary
The ulnar nerve is a motor-sensory nerve in the posteromedial brachium that is essential for ultrasound-guided access assessment for upper-arm basilic vein access risks unintended ulnar nerve contact or injury.
Abstract
The ulnar nerve is a motor-sensory nerve in the posteromedial brachium. Identifying the ulnar nerve is essential for ultrasound-guided access assessment. Upper-arm basilic vein access risks unintended ulnar nerve contact or injury.
Citation format
TEIPEN, Wayne. Is the ulnar nerve at risk?: A deeper dive. JAVA - Journal of the Association for Vascular Access, 2026, 31(1): 20–22.