Arthroscopic Management of Distal Radius Fractures and Malunions

Abstract

Articular congruity is the most important prognostic factor when dealing with a distal intra-articular radius fracture or the correction of intra-articular malunion. This article details our approach with tips and tricks for effectively managing these complex injuries with the aid of dry arthroscopy.

Zusammenfassung

Die Gelenkkongruenz ist der wichtigste prognostische Faktor bei der distalen intraartikulären Radiusfraktur bzw. der Korrektur einer intraartikulären Fehlstellung. Dieser Artikel beschreibt unseren Therapieansatz und bietet Tipps und Tricks zur effektiven Behandlung dieser komplexen Verletzungen mithilfe der „trockenen“ Arthroskopie.

Key words

distal radius fracture - arthroscopy - distal radius malunion - osteotomy

Schlüsselwörter

distale Radiusfraktur - Arthroskopie - Fehlstellung des distalen Radius - Osteotomie

Publication History

Received: 20 September 2022

Accepted: 08 November 2022

Article published online:
27 March 2023

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