Evidence of a fracture of the radial head

What does "Evidence of a fracture of the radial head" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Evidence of a fracture of the radial head" means that there are signs showing a break in a specific part of the arm bone near the elbow, known as the radial head. This is usually seen on an imaging test like an X-ray. The term "nondisplaced vertical fracture line in the mid aspect of the radial head with associated marrow edema anteriorly" refers to a crack in the bone that hasn't moved out of place and is straight up and down in the middle part of the radial head. There is also swelling in the inner part of the bone towards the front. "Minimal depression of the articular surface anteriorly" means that the surface of the joint at the front has a slight dip or indentation.

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