Trochlear ossification - normal fragmented appearance

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis not applicable

Presentation

Arm and elbow trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 8 years
Gender: Male

The trochlea has two ossification centers, which project into the joint and give the trochlea a fragmented appearance.
 

Case Discussion

Trochlea ossification-fragments should not be mistaken for loose intra-articular bodies. 

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