Preferred Label : pronator quadratus sign;
RADLEX synonyms : pronator sign;
Definition : A radiolucent stripe anterior to the radius, representing the fat pad covering the
pronator quadratus, is displaced anteriorly when muscle fills with fluid. Associated
with fracture of distal forearm.;
Source : Radiology 2007; 244:927-928;
Origin ID : RID35457;
Associated condition(s)
- Automatic exact mappings (from CISMeF team)
A radiolucent stripe anterior to the radius, representing the fat pad covering the
pronator quadratus, is displaced anteriorly when muscle fills with fluid. Associated
with fracture of distal forearm.
