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  1. Shortening of the fourth metacarpal is a condition that hampers the development of this bone, or causes it to shorten. It may result from some injury, post-operative trauma, or as a result of some underlying bone abnormality – the exact causes are still not known.

    Fourth Metacarpal: Definition, Location, Anatomy, Diagram

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    What is the 4th metacarpal bone?
    The fourth metacarpal. (Left.) The fourth metacarpal bone ( metacarpal bone of the ring finger) is shorter and smaller than the third. The base is small and quadrilateral; its superior surface presents two facets, a large one medially for articulation with the hamate, and a small one laterally for the capitate .

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    What is a shortened 4th metacarpal?
    Hand x-rays readily identify the abnormality and can be assessed by drawing a line along the heads of the 4 th and 5 th metacarpals. If this line intersects the head of the 3 rd metacarpal then shortening is deemed to be present. Thus, shortened 4 th metacarpal is the key to this finding. It is known as the metacarpal sign.

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    What is isolated shortening of the 5th metacarpals?
    Isolated shortening of the 5 th metacarpals has been described in a familial variant of type 1 diabetes mellitus 3. Hand x-rays readily identify the abnormality and can be assessed by drawing a line along the heads of the 4 th and 5 th metacarpals. If this line intersects the head of the 3 rd metacarpal then shortening is deemed to be present.

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    How do you know if a patient has a short 4th metacarpal?
    Patient presenting with a short 4th metacarpal. Patient with a short 4th metacarpal – notice that she lacks a knuckle on the ring finger. Side to side comparison of short 4th metacarpal patient affected on one side only. Side to side comparison of short 4th metacarpal patient affected on one side only. X-rays tell the whole story.

    The Short 4th Metacarpal - Congenital Hand and Arm Differences

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    The Short 4th Metacarpal - Congenital Hand and Arm …

    WEBApr 5, 2015 · As mentioned, the short 4th metacarpal can be associated with several conditions including pseudohypoparathyroidism (or variants) or various syndromes (as well as trauma or infection although these are …

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    Brachymetatarsia - Pediatrics - Orthobullets

    WEBJun 15, 2021 · Brachymetatarsia is a rare congenital condition caused by premature epiphyseal closure of the metatarsals that presents with shortening of one or more metatarsals. Diagnosis is made clinically with …

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