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triangular fibrocartilage — Definition

üçgen fibrokartilaj / triangular fibrocartilage
Triangle fibrokartilaj is a fibrocartilage structure that stabilizes the joint between the radius and the ulna, located on the ulnar side of the wrist. This structure provides load distribution in the rotation and grip movements of the wrist and supports ulnar carpal bones. The rupture of trauma or degeneration can lead to pain, instability and movement limitation in the ankle. Clinically, the triangular fibroscartilage complex (TFCC) is also called and the wrist is often assessed in the arthroscopic.
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🇹🇷 üçgen fibrokartilaj
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🇬🇧 triangular fibrocartilage
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❓ What is üçgen fibrokartilaj?
üçgen fibrokartilaj; triangle fibrokartilaj is a fibrocartilage structure that stabilizes the joint between the radius and the ulna, located on the ulnar side of the wrist. This structure provides load distribution in the rotation and grip movements of the wrist and supports ulnar carpal bones. The rupture of trauma or degeneration can lead to pain, instability and movement limitation in the ankle. Clinically, the triangular fibroscartilage complex (TFCC) is also called and the wrist is often assessed in the arthroscopic.
❓ What is triangular fibrocartilage in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "triangular fibrocartilage" is üçgen fibrokartilaj.
❓ Which medical field is üçgen fibrokartilaj related to?
This term belongs to the Anatomy category.