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Proximal Articular Facet of Fifth Metacarpal Bone
Skeletal System

Proximal Articular Facet of Fifth Metacarpal Bone

Facies articularis proximalis ossis quinti metacarpi

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Description

The proximal articular facet is the saddle-shaped area found on the superior aspect of the base of fifth metacarpal bone. It articulates with the fifth metacarpal articular facet of the hamate bone, contributing to the formation of the carpometacarpal joints.

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