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. 1984 Apr;15(2):209-16.

Wrist ligamentous anatomy and pathogenesis of carpal instability

J K Mayfield
  • PMID: 6728443

Wrist ligamentous anatomy and pathogenesis of carpal instability

J K Mayfield. Orthop Clin North Am. 1984 Apr.

Abstract

The key wrist ligaments are volar and intracapsular. The pathogenesis of carpal instability is dependent on the loading mechanism, hand position, and ligament and bone biomechanics. Ligament elongation with associated intercarpal and carpal instability can be present.

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