Anatomical Snuffbox Flashcards

1
Q

What is the anatomical snuffbox?

A

Triangular depression

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2
Q

Where is the anatomical snuffbox located?

A

Dorsum of hand
Laterally
Level of capral bones

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3
Q

What are the borders of the anatomical snuffbox?

A

Proximal border
Medial border
Lateral border

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4
Q

What forms the proximal border of the anatomical snuffbox?

A

Styloid process of radius

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5
Q

What forms the medial border of the anatomical snuffbox?

A

Extensor pollicis longus tendon

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6
Q

What forms the lateral border of the anatomical snuffbox?

A

Extensor pollicis brevis tendon

Abductor pollicis longus tendon

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7
Q

What forms the floor of the anatomical snuffbox?

A

Scaphoid

Trapezium

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8
Q

What forms the roof of the anatomical snuffbox?

A

Skin

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9
Q

What are the contents of the anatomical snuffbox? What are their relative locations?

A

Radial artery - floor
Radial nerve - dorsal digital branches - roof
Cephalic vein

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