Carpal angle

Last revised by Henry Knipe on 14 Sep 2022

Carpal angle measures the slope of the proximal carpal row. 

Measurement

The carpal angle is defined by two intersecting lines, one in contact with the proximal surface of the scaphoid and the lunate, and the other line through the proximal margins of the triquetrum and the lunate 1,2.

Interpretation

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