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J Wrist Surg 2017; 06(02): 144-147
DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1585068
Case Report
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Extensor Carpi Ulnaris Instability Following Ulnar Shortening Osteotomy

Mohamed Noureldin
1   Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio
,
Sanjeev Kakar
2   Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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24 March 2016

30 May 2016

Publication Date:
01 July 2016 (online)

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Abstract

Background Ulnar shortening osteotomy (USO) is a well-established procedure for the treatment of ulnar impaction syndrome. Although uncommon, the procedure can be associated with complications including nonunion, malunion, and hardware irritation.

Case Description We present a 56-year-old woman who developed extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) tendon instability following an USO.

Literature Review The etiology of such a complication can be multifactorial.

Clinical Relevance The recurrence of ulnar pain following an USO should raise the suspicion of possible ECU instability within the differential diagnosis.

Keywords

extensor carpi ulnaris instability - ulnar shortening osteotomy
 

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