os trapezoideum (Meaning)
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os trapezoideum (n)
the wrist bone between the trapezium and the capitate bones
Synonyms & Antonyms of os trapezoideum
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
os trapezoideum Sentence Examples
- The os trapezoideum is one of the eight carpal bones located in the wrist.
- It is situated in the distal row of the carpus, between the os trapezoides and the os capitatum.
- The os trapezoideum articulates with the base of the second metacarpal.
- It also articulates with the os naviculare, the os lunatum, and the os trapezoides.
- The os trapezoideum is a small, trapezoidal bone with a flat articular surface.
- It is an important component of the wrist joint and helps to provide stability to the hand.
- Fractures of the os trapezoideum are relatively rare and typically occur during high-impact trauma.
- Injuries to the os trapezoideum can be diagnosed using X-rays or other imaging techniques.
- Treatment for os trapezoideum injuries depends on the severity of the injury and may include immobilization, casting, or surgery.
- In severe cases, the os trapezoideum may need to be replaced with an artificial implant.
FAQs About the word os trapezoideum
the wrist bone between the trapezium and the capitate bones
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The os trapezoideum is one of the eight carpal bones located in the wrist.
It is situated in the distal row of the carpus, between the os trapezoides and the os capitatum.
The os trapezoideum articulates with the base of the second metacarpal.
It also articulates with the os naviculare, the os lunatum, and the os trapezoides.
