Anatomical snuffbox

What are the borders of the anatomical snuffbox?

Ulnar (medial) border: tendon of the extensor pollicis longus Radial (lateral) border: tendons of the extensor pollicis brevis and abductor pollicis longus Proximal border: styloid process of the radius Floor: scaphoid and trapezium Roof: skin

What is the anatomical snuffbox?

a triangular depression found on the lateral aspect of the dorsum of the hand located at the level of the carpal bones best seen when the thumb is extended this depression was used to hold snuff (ground tobacco) before inhaling via the nose - hence it was given the name 'snuffbox'.

What are the contents of the anatomical snuff box?

radial artery superficial branch of the radial nerve - innervates the dorsal surface of the lateral three and half digits, and the associated area on the back of the hand cephalic vein

What can pain in the anatomical snuffbox be a sign of?

scaphoid fracture