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Glossary Anatomy

Hook of hamate

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Also known as hamulus ossis hamati

Volar bony projection of the hamate, forming the ulnar wall of the carpal tunnel. A palpable landmark approximately 2 cm distal and 2 cm radial to the pisiform; in carpal tunnel surgery, used as a topographical reference to keep the incision and dissection ulnar to the median nerve.

Articles mentioning this term

  1. FESSH preparation

    Carpal tunnel syndrome

    Expert review of carpal tunnel syndrome for FESSH candidates and consultant peers — anatomy, diagnosis, AAOS 2024 guideline, surgical controversies, recurrent CTS workup. Vancouver-cited.

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