Anatomical Snuff Box




Definition: It is an intertendinous space situated at the posterolateral part of the wrist.

Boundaries:

·         Anteriorly: Tendon of abductor pollicis longus and extensor pillicis brevis.
·         Posteriorly: Tendon of extensor pollicis longus.
·         Floor: Radial collateral ligament, Scaphoid and trapezium.
·         Roof: Skin and fascia



Contents:

1)      Radial artery and
2)      Proximal part of first dorsal metacarpal artery.

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