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Articular Area of Hamate Bone
Skeletal System

Articular Area of Hamate Bone

Area articularis ossis hamati

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Description

The articular area of the hamate bone consists of the proximal, distal, medial, and lateral aspects of the bone that articulate with adjacent bones. It includes the triquetrum, capitate, and lunate articular facets, and the fourth and fifth metacarpal articular facets.

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Hamate Bone

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The hamate bone is situated at the ulnar aspect of the distal carpal row and articulates with the capitate, the triquetrum, and the fourth and fifth metacarpals.

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