Epiphyseal spur

Case contributed by Mohammad Taghi Niknejad
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Work up for trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 18 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

A tiny spur is noted on the lateral side of the distal radial epiphysis.

No traumatic finding.

Case Discussion

Epiphyseal spur is a normal finding and usually arises at the level of the closed epiphyseal line. It shouldn't be mistaken for a fracture!

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