Stimson line
Stimson Line is a term used in medicine and radiology to describe a specific anatomical line. It is named after Lewis Atterbury Stimson, a prominent American surgeon who first described it.
Definition[edit | edit source]
The Stimson Line is a line drawn on a lateral X-ray of the elbow, from the anterior surface of the humerus to the anterior surface of the coronoid process of the ulna. In a normal elbow, the radius should intersect this line. If it does not, it suggests a posterior dislocation of the radius.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
The Stimson Line is used in the diagnosis of elbow dislocations, particularly posterior dislocations of the radius. It is a useful tool in emergency medicine and orthopedics, where quick and accurate diagnosis of dislocations is critical.
History[edit | edit source]
The Stimson Line is named after Lewis Atterbury Stimson, an American surgeon who was a pioneer in the field of orthopedic surgery. He first described the line in the late 19th century.
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