Over the Moon: Radiology of Carpal Dislocations

Carpal dislocations are infrequent injuries that are not uncommonly missed by radiologists at initial presentation. It is vital for radiologists to be familiar with carpal dislocations to minimize the chances of misdiagnosis, which can result in significant disability for the patient. This article describes the relevant anatomy, types and classification systems, imaging presentations, general management, and complications related to carpal dislocations.