Mild dorsal angulation

What does "Mild dorsal angulation" 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

"Mild dorsal angulation" refers to a slight bending or curving towards the back side of a particular body part. In the context of a bone like the radius (one of the two large bones in the forearm), it means that the bone is slightly bent or curved towards the back side. This term is often used to describe the position or shape of a bone after a fracture.

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