Triangular fibrocartilage complex injury - Palmer 1a

Case contributed by Roberto Schubert
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Fall on the ulnar wrist during a soccer match 3 weeks before. Pain on ulnar abduction and pronation/supination.

Patient Data

Age: 30 years
Gender: Male

Perforation of the radial portion of the discus with fluid in the gap.

Case Discussion

This would classify as a Palmer Ia lesion, which does not heal spontaneously.

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