triquetral Synonyms

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triquetral Meaning

Wordnet

triquetral (n)

a wrist bone that articulates with the pisiform and hamate and lunate bones

Webster

triquetral (a.)

Triquetrous.

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a wrist bone that articulates with the pisiform and hamate and lunate bonesTriquetrous.

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The triquetral bone forms the medial aspect of the carpus, a cluster of bones in the wrist.

The triquetral bone is triangular in shape, with three facets that articulate with other carpal bones.

The triquetral bone is involved in forming the carpal tunnel, a passageway for the median nerve and flexor tendons.

A triquetral fracture is a common injury in athletes who play contact sports.