17 Peripheral Tear of the Triangular Indications Peripheral tear of the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) from its attachments to the ulna or the joint capsule. Pitfall May not restore stability…
9 Malunion of the Distal Radius with Palmar Translation of the Articular Surface Indications Fractures with disruption of the palmar cortex that have healed with palmar subluxation of all or…
7 Extension Osteotomy for the Malunited Distal Radius Indications Wrist pain, limited wrist motion (especially flexion), and limited forearm rotation Deformity of the radius (Fig. 7-1) Loss of radial length…
1 Closed Reduction and Percutaneous Pin Fixation of Distal Radius Fractures Indications Dorsally angulated fracture with palmar cortex that is not comminuted Indications for surgery are based on radiographic parameters….
4 Palmar Fracture/Subluxation of the Distal Radius Indications Displaced intra-articular fracture of the distal radius with palmar subluxation of the carpus on lateral radiograph Technique Palmar approach via zigzag incision…
5 Open Treatment of a Distal Radius Fracture with a Fixed Angle Palmar Plate Indications Any displaced fracture of the distal radius Pitfall Intra-articular fractures, particularly those with displaced intra-articular…
12 Fractures of the Ulnar Head Indications Fractures extending from the fovea to the radial cortex of the ulnar head metaphysic Pitfall These fractures may be comminuted such that fixation…
6 Open Treatment of Galeazzi Fractures Indications Any displaced fracture of the distal radius with an associated dislocation of the distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) (Fig. 6-1) Technique Palmar approach via…
8 Dorsal and Palmar Osteotomy for Malunion of Distal Radius with Iliac Crest Bone Graft Indications Wrist pain, limited wrist motion (especially flexion), and limited forearm rotation Deformity of radius…
2 Limited-Open Reduction and Percutaneous Pin Fixation with External Fixation of Distal Radius Fractures Indications Displaced, intra-articular fracture of the distal radius without palmer comminution Technique Expose the dorsoradial aspect…
