Fig. 1From: Complication rates of percutaneous brachial artery puncture: effect of live ultrasound guidanceTransversal ultrasound picture of the A. brachialis (A) in the cubital fossa. The distal humerus (white arrows) forms an abutment, which helps for manual compressions. Two brachial veins (V) often accompany the distal A. brachialisBack to article page