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What is definition of joint effusion tfcc tear wrist?
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Ligament tear: The tfcc is the triangulo-fibro-cartilage complex. It connects the radius and ulna bone at the wrist. When torn can lead to pain and swelling(effusion) within the joint.
Answered 9/15/2017
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Wrist: Joint effusion means swelling within a joint. Tfcc the triangular fibrocartilage complex which helps support the ulnar side of the wrist.
Answered 7/6/2017
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