Preferred Label : triangular sign;
RADLEX synonyms : slipped ice cream scoop sign;
Definition : Normal triangle created by femoral neck diaphysis superimposed on posterior wall of
acetabulum is not visible on a frontal radiograph of the hip. Suggests slipped capital
femoral epiphysis.;
Source : Eisenberg, Ronald L. Atlas of Signs in Radiology.;
Origin ID : RID35656;
Associated condition(s)
Normal triangle created by femoral neck diaphysis superimposed on posterior wall of
acetabulum is not visible on a frontal radiograph of the hip. Suggests slipped capital
femoral epiphysis.
