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Accurate diagnosis relies on a thorough imaging assessment due to the complex joint anatomy, especially the triangular fibrocartilage complex.<\/jats:p>\n                  <jats:p>Standard radiographs are useful to evaluate bone alignment but have limited soft tissue sensitivity. Ultrasound provides dynamic real-time assessment of superficial structures, although it is operator dependent. Computed tomography offers excellent spatial resolution for bony abnormalities and joint congruity, with a static and pseudo-dynamic approach, considered the gold standard.<\/jats:p>\n                  <jats:p>Magnetic resonance imaging is the reference standard for soft tissue evaluation, particularly the triangular fibrocartilage complex and surrounding ligaments. Emerging dynamic imaging techniques, including real-time magnetic resonance imaging and four-dimensional computed tomography, allow visualization of joint kinematics and detection of subtle instabilities not seen on static images. 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