Where does the triradiate cartilage meet the ilium?

The triradiate cartilage is the Y- shaped epiphyseal plate that occurs at the junction where the ischium, ilium, and pubis meet in the skeletally immature skeleton. The vertical component of the “Y” is the meeting of the ischium and pubic bone. The anterior arm is the junction of the ilium and pubis.

Where does the triradiate cartilage meet the pubis bone?

Triradiate cartilage. The triradiate cartilage is the Y- shaped epiphyseal plate that occurs at the junction where the ischium, ilium, and pubis meet in the skeletally immature skeleton. The vertical component of the “Y” is the meeting of the ischium and pubic bone.

Is the triradiate cartilage part of the acetabular complex?

The triradiate cartilage is a non-articulating structure and constitutes approximately 30% of the acetabular cartilage complex. The acetabular articulating cartilage constitutes the remaining two thirds, with the tri-radiate cartilage at the periphery of the acetabulum, with the junction at the superior aspect of the acetabulum.

When does the closure of the triradiate cartilage occur?

Closure or fusion of the triradiate cartilage occurs in mid-adolescence, typically by 15-16 years in males and 13-14 years in females, beginning at the acetabulum and finishing at the greater sciatic notch between ilium and ischium.

What is the role of triradiate cartilage in predicting curve progression?

Role of the triradiate cartilage in predicting curve progression in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis Braces are commonly used to treat progressive adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Several previous studies have reported a correlation between the success of brace treatment and skeletal maturity markers.

How are gadolinium-based contrast agents used in MRI?

The magnetic properties of gadolinium help provide greater contrast and, therefore, clarity, to MRI images. Gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) are able to produce the most accurate MRI images possible but are not suitable for every condition. In fact, only one in three MRIs will involve the use of a GBCA. 2