hook of hamate

GPTKB entity

Statements (23)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:anatomical_structure
gptkbp:articulatesWith fourth metacarpal
capitate bone
fifth metacarpal
triquetrum bone
gptkbp:foundIn humans
primates
gptkbp:function attachment site for flexor retinaculum
attachment site for ligaments
forms part of Guyon's canal
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label hook of hamate
gptkbp:locatedIn hand
wrist
carpal region
gptkbp:partOf gptkb:hamate_bone
gptkbp:scientificName hamulus ossis hamati
gptkbp:shape hook-like projection
gptkbp:significance can be fractured in sports injuries
fracture can affect ulnar nerve
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:transverse_carpal_ligament
gptkb:Guyon's_canal
gptkb:flexor_carpi_ulnaris
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8