subclavian

subclavian Definition

sub·cla·vian (sub klā′vē ən)

adjective

situated under the clavicle

noun

a subclavian vein, artery, etc.

subclavian Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

artery: On the right hand side, the nerve passes behind the vagus and loops around the subclavian artery.
vein: The subclavian vein also lies close to the dome of the pleura, damage to which can cause a pneumothorax.
route: Practical problems specific to the subclavian route Keep hitting the clavicle: Check that you are starting from the correct position.
approach: The average length of catheter needed for an adult internal jugular or subclavian approach is 15cm.

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