Glossary Investigation
Ulnar variance
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Also known as radioulnar index
The difference in length between the articular surfaces of the distal ulna and the distal radius on a neutral-rotation posteroanterior radiograph, recorded as positive when the ulna is longer and negative when it is shorter. After a distal radius fracture, an increase reflects shortening of the radius.