Preschooler with short stature Pediatric Imaging Musculoskeletal April 4, 2022March 30, 2022 AP radiograph of the hand shows diffuse shortening of the phalanges and metacarpals, giving the hand the appearance of a trident. There is also metaphyseal flaring of the distal radius and ulna. The diagnosis was achondroplasia. Related Published April 4, 2022March 30, 2022