Proximal epiphysis of ulna

System Musculoskeletal
SNOMED CT 304590006

Proximal epiphysis of ulna

Definition

The head of ulna presents an articular surface, part of which, of an oval or semilunar form, is directed downward, and articulates with the upper surface of the triangular articular disk which separates it from the wrist-joint; the remaining portion, directed lateralward, is narrow, convex, and received into the ulnar notch of the radius.

Also known as caput ulnae, head of ulna, proximal end of ulna, upper end of ulna — per UBERON

The Proximal epiphysis of ulna is a part of the Musculoskeletal.

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