title: Scaphoid fractures: assessment and treatment.
abstract: The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured carpal bone. The fracture pattern and its relationship to the blood supply have significant implications regarding treatment and prognosis. Prompt recognition and treatment are fundamental to successful management.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC 27710.
authors.forename: J J
authors.initials: JJ
authors.lastname: Calandra
authors.forename: R D
authors.initials: RD
authors.lastname: Goldner
authors.forename: W T
authors.initials: WT
authors.lastname: Hardaker
mesh_terms: D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans