Bilateral presentation of a flexor digiti minimi longus: an aberrant fifth digit flexor

Anat Cell Biol. 2025 Dec 31;58(4):633-637. doi: 10.5115/acb.25.019. Epub 2025 Jul 29.

Abstract

Anatomical variations in upper extremity musculature can affect motor function, contribute to neuropathies, or enhance functionality. This clinical case report describes a bilateral anomalous muscle in the forearm, a "flexor digiti minimi longus," originating in the anterior proximal forearm and extending via a distinct tendon to the distal phalanx of the fifth digit. Recognizing such variations is crucial for understanding digit function, guiding orthopedic surgery, and identifying potential neurovascular complications.

Keywords: Anatomic variation; Finger phalanges; Forearm; Muscles; Orthopedics.

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  • Case Reports