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carpometacarpal joint |
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carpometacarpal (CMC) joint [-met′əkär′pəl] Etymology: Gk, karpos, wrist, meta, next, karpos any of the joints formed by the distal row of carpal bones and the bases of the metacarpals. The joints are essential for prehensile patterns. carpometacarpal pertaining to the carpus and metacarpus. carpometacarpal joint the articulation between the distal row of carpal bones and the metacarpals in which there is very limited movement. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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