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Triquetral Bone (Noun)

Meaning

A wrist bone that articulates with the pisiform and hamate and lunate bones.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The triquetral bone is one of the eight carpal bones in the human wrist, and it plays a crucial role in forming the wrist joint.
  • The triquetral bone is located on the medial side of the wrist and articulates with the pisiform, hamate, and lunate bones.
  • Injury to the triquetral bone can cause pain and stiffness in the wrist, making it difficult to perform everyday activities.
  • The triquetral bone is a small, pyramidal-shaped bone that is an essential component of the proximal row of carpal bones.
  • Fractures of the triquetral bone are relatively rare, but they can occur due to a fall or direct blow to the wrist.

Synonyms

  • Os Triquetrum
  • Triquetral
  • Pyramidal Bone
  • Cuneiform Bone

Hypernyms

  • Wrist Bone
  • Carpal Bone
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