Anat Cell Biol.
2025 Dec;58(4):633-637. 10.5115/acb.25.019.
Bilateral presentation of a flexor digiti minimi longus: an aberrant fifth digit flexor
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- 1Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Physical Therapy Program, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA, USA
- 2Department of Healthcare and Administration, Physician Assistant Studies Program, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA, USA
- KMID: 2574875
- DOI: http://doi.org/10.5115/acb.25.019
Abstract
- Anatomical variations in upper extremity musculature can affect motor function, contribute to neuropathies, or enhance functionality. This clinical case report describes a bilateral anomalous muscle in the forearm, a “flexor digiti minimi longus,” originating in the anterior proximal forearm and extending via a distinct tendon to the distal phalanx of the fifth digit. Recognizing such variations is crucial for understanding digit function, guiding orthopedic surgery, and identifying potential neurovascular complications.
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