Variant of the Anconeus Epitrochlearis Muscle: A Case Report.

Publication Title

Cureus

Authors

Chrissie Massrey
Joe Iwanaga
Basem Ishak
Rod J Oskouian, Swedish Neuroscience Institute, Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Washington, USAFollow
Marios Loukas
R Shane Tubbs

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

8-24-2018

Keywords

anconeus epitrochlearis; cubital tunnel syndrome; variant

Abstract

The anconeus epitrochlearis is a muscle variant sometimes present at the elbow. It is present in up to 34% of individuals and has been implicated in some cases of cubital tunnel syndrome. We report an unusual variant of this muscle with additional proximal attachments in the arm. We will review and discuss the background and the clinical relevance of such a muscle.

Area of Special Interest

Neurosciences (Brain & Spine)

Specialty/Research Institute

Neurosciences

Specialty/Research Institute

Pathology & Laboratory Medicine