Ulna – styloid process

Ulna - styloid process

Anatomy

Bulge posteriorly from medial (little finger side) lower extremity, giving attachment to ulnar collateral ligament of wrist (there are ulnar collateral ligaments of elbow, wrist, thumb.) Smaller, more superior/proximal than radial styloid.

Clinical

Easily visible dorsal/posterior bump proximal to wrist.

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