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Fasciotomy - Surgical Procedure

Written by Dr. Ravali Neerumalla, M.B.B.S

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD

Last Updated on May 25, 2017

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Glossary

Metatarsal bones: Long bones of the foot

Medial malleolus: The bony prominence on the inner aspect of the foot where it joins the leg

Thenar muscles: Muscles of the hand at the base of the thumb

Hypothenar eminence: Muscular prominence of the palm of the hand on the side of the little finger

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