Veins Brushes Intercapitate

The intercapital veins of the hand (lat. v. intercapitales, pna) are small veins located in the skin of the dorsal surface of the hand between the heads of the II-V metacarpal bones. They connect the dorsal venous network of the hand and the saphenous veins of the forearm.

These veins have valves directed towards the cubital fossa, which ensures the outflow of venous blood from the hand to the shoulder. The intercapitate veins anastomose with the veins of the fingers, palmar veins and ulnar veins. They play an important role in the outflow of blood from the hand.

Damage or blockage of the intercapitate veins can lead to disruption of the venous circulation of the hand and the development of edema. Therefore, it is necessary to protect these small but important veins on the back of the hand.