Articular fractures of the distal scaphoid.
We propose an anatomical classification of fractures involving the distal articular surface of the scaphoid. The predominant patterns, in the 37 patients reviewed, were avulsion fractures from the radio-volar tip of the tuberosity and impaction fractures of the radial half of the articular surface. The possible mechanisms of injury are discussed.
Prosser
A J
AJ
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Leicester Royal Infirmary.
Brenkel
I J
IJ
Irvine
G B
GB
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000145:classification* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D014955:Wrist Joint / Q000502:physiology