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Scaphoid Fractures
The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured carpal bone. Remember, if a fracture is suspected
tenderness to the anatomic ... onto outstretched hand ... #Wrist #Carpal ... #Radiology #XRay ... #MSK
Perilunate Dislocation
On lateral wrist XR, the capitate ("apple") should sit in the lunate ("tea cup") which
XR, the capitate ... radial styloid fracture ... Carpal #Radiology #XRay ... #Orthopedics #Sports ... #MSK
Galeazzi Fracture 
Fracture of distal radial shaft with distal radial-ulnar joint disruption. Remember “MUGR” to recall
wrist, limited ... at wrist • Possible ... Splint: Posterior long ... Distal #Radiology #XRay ... #Orthopedics #MSK
Scapholunate Dissociation
The spacing between all carpal bones should be 1-2 mm, look for the "Terry Thomas"
onto outstretched hand ... Tenderness to anatomic ... box, pain with wrist ... Carpal #Radiology #XRay ... #MSK
Posterior Elbow Dislocation
The elbow is the second most commonly dislocated major joint in adults and the
Named based on anatomic ... • ED Management ... Splint: Posterior long ... Posterior #Radiology #XRay ... #MSK
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
Preoperative Risk Evaluation ... Intraabdominal - Orthopedic ... change CV risk Chest ... unless prior heart/lung ... surgical management