Hook of the hamate

What does "Hook of the hamate" 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 "hook of the hamate" is a term used to describe a small, hook-shaped part of a bone in the wrist. This bone is one of the eight small bones that make up the wrist, and it's located on the side of the wrist closest to the little finger. When a medical report mentions the "hook of the hamate", it's referring to this specific part of the wrist.

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