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Term: Os Scaphoideum

Description:

Os Scaphoideum, also known as the scaphoid bone, is a small carpal bone located in the wrist. It is situated on the thumb side of the hand, between the radius (forearm bone) and the trapezium (another carpal bone). This bone plays a crucial role in wrist movement, stability, and load transmission.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1: Anatomical Term

The os scaphoideum connects the two main rows of carpal bones.

After a fall, he suffered a fracture in his os scaphoideum.

Sense 2: Medical Usage

The orthopedic surgeon recommended surgery to repair the damaged os scaphoideum.

Following the accident, a cast was placed on his wrist to support the healing of the fractured os scaphoideum.

Sense 3: Popular Term

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