Non-union of the scaphoid: Russe graft vs Herbert screw.
The results of treatment in 50 consecutive patients with established non-union of the scaphoid are presented. All patients were treated under the care of a single consultant, for the same indications. Russe bone graft is compared with wedge bone graft plus Herbert screw fixation, in terms of union and function. Overall, a higher success rate was obtained by wedge graft plus Herbert screw, and a significantly better range of movement. However, Russe bone graft appears equally satisfactory for fibrous non-union.
Warren-Smith
C D
CD
Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham.
Barton
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NJ
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D001863:Bone Screws; D016025:Bone Transplantation; D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D005599:Fractures, Ununited / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D011859:Radiography