A systematic approach to handling the distal radio-ulnar joint in cases of malunited distal radius fractures.
Publication/Presentation Date
5-1-1998
Abstract
The distal radio-ulnar joint (DRUJ) is often the site of persistent symptoms after malunion of distal radius fractures. These malunions alter load transfer across the ulnocarpal joint, disturb DRUJ kinematics, and result in joint incongruity at the sigmoid notch. Treatment of distal radius malunions must not only correct position of the radial platform and joint incongruity but also restore anatomic relationship at the DRUJ. A systematic approach to the surgical reconstruction of these multiplanar deformities using clinical and radiographic parameters is outlined.
Volume
14
Issue
2
First Page
239
Last Page
249
ISSN
0749-0712
Published In/Presented At
Hunt, T. R., Hastings, H., 2nd, & Graham, T. J. (1998). A systematic approach to handling the distal radio-ulnar joint in cases of malunited distal radius fractures. Hand clinics, 14(2), 239–249.
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
9604156
Department(s)
Department of Surgery
Document Type
Article