Radiology Of Elbow Flashcards
1
Q
Which bone indicates the position of lateral on a radiology image if the elbow?
A
Radius
2
Q
Why is the medial epicondyle larger than the lateral epicondyle of the humerus?
A
The medial epicondyle is the origin if the flexor muscles of the forearm and these are much stronger (and bigger) than the extensor muscles which originate on the lateral epicondyle
3
Q
The olecranon fossa of the humerus sits posteriorly. T/F?
A
True
4
Q
Often when there is a fracture in either the radius or ulna, there is a fracture in the other bone also. T/F?
A
True
