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Glossary Anatomy

Kaplan's cardinal line

Polski: Linia Kaplana Czytaj po polsku →

Also known as linia kardynalna Kaplana

Surface marking line drawn from the apex of the first web space across the palm, parallel to the proximal palmar crease. Approximates the level of the superficial palmar arch and the distal extent of safe dissection in carpal tunnel release.

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.

  2. Expert blog

    Zespół cieśni nadgarstka — przegląd kliniczny

    Współczesna synteza zespołu cieśni nadgarstka: anatomia, wytyczne AAOS 2024, kontrowersje chirurgiczne, diagnostyka choroby nawrotowej. Artykuł ekspercki dla chirurgii ręki.

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