FCR
Also written as: FCR — Flexor carpi radialis
Flexor carpi radialis - a wrist flexor muscle commonly used as a tendon graft donor site in hand reconstruction surgery.
Full Definition
The flexor carpi radialis (FCR) is a muscle of the anterior forearm that functions to flex and radially deviate the wrist. The tendon originates from the medial epicondyle of the humerus and inserts at the base of the second metacarpal bone. In hand surgery, the FCR tendon is frequently harvested as an autograft for tendon reconstruction procedures due to its appropriate length, diameter, and relatively expendable function. The tendon can be partially or completely harvested without significant functional deficit, making it an ideal donor for procedures such as wrist ligament reconstruction or tendon transfers.
Usage
Usage note: Specify 'tendon' when referring to the harvested graft material.
In Context
- "A strip of FCR tendon was harvested for scapholunate ligament reconstruction." — Surgical procedure description
- "The FCR tendon graft provided excellent strength for the ligament repair." — Post-operative assessment