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Proximal radioulnar articulation
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The proximal radioulnar articulation, also known as the proximal radioulnar joint (PRUJ), is a synovial pivot joint between the circumference of the head of the radius and the ring formed by the radial notch of the ulna and the annular ligament.
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Proximal radioulnar articulation | |
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![]() Capsule of elbow-joint (distended). Anterior aspect. | |
![]() Annular ligament of radius, from above. The head of the radius has been sawn off and the bone dislodged from the ligament. | |
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Latin | articulatio radioulnaris proximalis |
TA98 | A03.5.09.004 |
TA2 | 1775 |
FMA | 38860 |
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