Preferred Label : fat pad sign;
RADLEX synonyms : elbow fat pad sign;
Definition : Raised anterior lucency (normally parallel) and/or presence of posterior lucency (normally
invisible), representing extrasynovial fat pads, are present on distal humerus on
lateral radiograph of flexed elbow.;
Source : Radiology 2002; 222:419-420;
Origin ID : RID35202;
Associated condition(s)
Raised anterior lucency (normally parallel) and/or presence of posterior lucency (normally
invisible), representing extrasynovial fat pads, are present on distal humerus on
lateral radiograph of flexed elbow.