Lunula
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Knipe H, Kang O, Weerakkody Y, Lunula. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 27 Mar 2025) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-27782
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Synonyms:
- Os lunula
The lunula is an accessory ossicle of the wrist. It lies in the TFCC, between the tip of the ulna styloid process and the triquetrum. It may be fused to the ulna styloid, giving it an elongated appearance.
Differential diagnosis
os triangulare: lies more radial
References
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