MSK imaging: Galeazzi fracture-dislocation: practice question

A Radiology question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Radiology · MSK imaging: Galeazzi fracture-dislocation

Sample item

A radiograph shows a fracture of the distal third of the radial shaft with shortening. Which joint should be examined for injury?

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The answer and the reasoning

B. Distal radioulnar joint

Galeazzi fracture is a radial shaft fracture, usually distal third, with dislocation or subluxation of the distal radioulnar joint. It is often called the fracture of necessity because it requires surgery in adults.

Option by option

  • A. Elbow joint

    The elbow is not the usual site.

  • B. Distal radioulnar joint (correct)

    Correct. DRUJ disruption accompanies a Galeazzi fracture.

  • C. Proximal radioulnar joint

    The proximal radioulnar joint is involved in Monteggia.

  • D. Acromioclavicular joint

    The AC joint is unrelated.

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What is the answer to this Radiology question?

The best answer is B, Distal radioulnar joint. Galeazzi fracture is a radial shaft fracture, usually distal third, with dislocation or subluxation of the distal radioulnar joint.

Why is "Elbow joint" not the answer?

The elbow is not the usual site.

Why is "Proximal radioulnar joint" not the answer?

The proximal radioulnar joint is involved in Monteggia.

Why is "Acromioclavicular joint" not the answer?

The AC joint is unrelated.

What concept does this question test?

It tests MSK imaging: Galeazzi fracture-dislocation in Radiology. It is often called the fracture of necessity because it requires surgery in adults.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study MSK imaging: Galeazzi fracture-dislocation?

Learn signs with the image, and the disease they point to. Then use the flashcards and the other Radiology questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.