Fifth metacarpal

What does "Fifth metacarpal" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The term "fifth metacarpal" refers to a specific bone in the hand. If you look at your hand, it's the bone that connects your wrist to your little finger. It's called the "fifth" metacarpal because it's the fifth one if you count from the thumb side of your hand.

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