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Scalp vein

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

The scalp veins are the veins present on the scalp. Given that there is less subcutanesous fat on the head, they can provide an additional option for vascular access in infants and small children.

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