title: Scaphoid fractures.
abstract: Scaphoid fractures are often a difficult management problem, most typically affecting young men in their most active and productive years. A systematic approach to diagnosis and treatment can decrease the risk of management error and morbidity.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopedics, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota.
authors.forename: P C
authors.initials: PC
authors.lastname: Amadio
mesh_terms: D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000293:injuries*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000473:pathology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans