1
Only five of eight samples from the dorsal metacarpal vein could be obtained.
2
The second dorsal metacarpal artery was present in all hands, always arising from the dorsal carpal arch with a 1-mm mean diameter.
3
Four separate ligaments were found: a dorsal metacarpal ligament, a palmar metacarpal ligament, and 2 interosseous ligaments oriented in a V-shaped configuration.