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Variation of Flexor pollicis longus muscle (Gantzer’s muscle) - A Rare Variation

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Flexor Pollicis longus is one of the deep muscles of the anterior compartment of the forearm, responsible for the flexion of the thumb at the interphalangeal joint. By originating from the anterior surface of radius and the adjacent interosseous membrane, this muscle inserts into the base of the distal phalanx of the thumb. However, anatomical variations in its morphology, including presence of extra head, commonly referred to as the Gantzer’s muscle are not common. This study presents a rare case of additional head of the flexor pollicis longus muscle arising from the ulna.

Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences

DOI: 10.21760/jaims.10.9.51

Authors: Kavyakala, Kochuthresia Jose, Nithin Kumar

Institutions: Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheswara College of Ayurveda and Hospital, Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College of Ayurveda & Hospital Udupi

Language: English

Topic: Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4414807780

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