Hypothenar Hammer Syndrome

Question 1

1. Occlusive disease in the hands can result from trauma to the hypothenar area.
2. This condition is caused by?
3. What activity is usually common in this condition?
4. What anatomical structure may be affected if you have this condition?
5. Based on no.4, this may lead to what?
6. What special test will you do?

Answer 1

1. Hypothenar Hammer Syndrome
2. Using the hand as hammer
3. Pushing, pounding, or twisting
4. Hamate and ulnar artery
5. Severe vascular insufficiency c thrombosis and distal embolization
6. Allen’s Test