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Definition

Guyon, Felix J.C.

(gē-yōn' )

Fr. surgeon, 1831–1920.

G. canal A tunnel on the ulnar side of the wrist formed by the hook of the hamate and pisiform bones. The ulnar nerve may be compressed at this site in long-distance bicyclists, by falling on the wrist, or by repetitive wrist actions.

G. sign Ballottement of the kidney.