Typical Fracture of the Radius

Typical fracture of the radius. Malposition in a typical fracture of the radius; a = PA radiograph, b = lateral radiograph. Radius is shortened in relation to ulna (A), the radial inclination angle (alpha) is decreased (normally 22-25°), and the lateral view shows the dorsal tilt of the radial joint surface (beta).

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