NEET PG Medical – 2012 – Question – 36
Following a deep cut overlying the hypothenar eminence, it is observed that the patient cannot hold a sheet of paper between the 2nd and 3rd digits. Which of the following nerves is most likely damaged?
a) Deep branch of ulnar nerve
b) Deep branch of the radial nerve
c) Superficial branch of ulnar nerve
d) Median nerve
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Correct Answer – A
Ans. is ‘A’ i.e., Deep branch of ulnar nerve [Ref BDC 5th le Volume I p. 110-111]
Inability to hold paper sheet signifies inability to adduct the fingers. It is nothing else but card test.
Deep branch of ulnar nerve supplies the palmar interossei which control the adduction between fingers.
