Medical Definition of Musculus flexor profundus
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Origin, anterior surface of upper third of ulna; insertion, by four tendons, piercing those of the superficialis, into base of distal phalanx of each finger; action, flexes distal interphalangeal joint of fingers; nerve supply, ulnar and median (anterior interosseous muscle).
Synonym: musculus flexor digitorum profundus, deep flexor muscle of fingers, musculus flexor profundus.
(05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Musculus Flexor Profundus
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