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Humeral head of extensor carpi ulnaris

Caput humerale extensoris ulnaris carpi

  • Related terms: Humeral head; Extensor carpi ulnaris: Humeral head

Definition

Muhammad A. Javaid

The humeral head of extensor carpi ulnaris arises from the lateral epicondyle of the humerus via the common extensor tendon. Other muscles, including the extensor carpi ulnaris, extensor digitorum, extensor carpi radialis brevis and extensor digiti minimi muscles share this common origin.

References

  • Sawyer E, Sajjad H, Tadi P. Anatomy, Shoulder and Upper Limb, Forearm Extensor Carpi Ulnaris Muscle. [Updated 2023 Aug 28]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK539760/

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