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Dorsal metacarpal ligaments
Other Terms:
Dorsal metacarpal ligament
Parts
None
Group
Upper limb joints - Wrist and hand
Description
A series of transverse ligaments that pass from the dorsal surface of one metacarpal bone to the dorsal surface of the adjacent metacarpal bone. They are situated near the proximal end of the bones.
Function
Stabilize the metacarpal joints.