Anatomical Relations
The distal commissural ligament connects the palmar aponeurosis (via the superficial transverse metacarpal ligament) to the first web space of the hand (Standring, 2016).
Related parts of the anatomy
Structure
The distal commissural ligament consists of a fascial extension of the superficial transverse metacarpal ligament (the natatory ligament).
Function
The distal commissural ligament prevents separation of the web space between the thumb and the index finger (Standring, 2016).
List of Clinical Correlates
—Dupuytren's contracture
References
Standring, S. (2016) Gray's Anatomy: The Anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice. Gray's Anatomy Series 41st edn.: Elsevier Limited.
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