title: Scaphoid fractures. Problems associated with nonunion and avascular necrosis.
abstract: This article describes the rationale for different treatment methods of scaphoid nonunions and the management of avascular necrosis.
mesh_terms: D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000293:injuries*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000150:complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*; D005599:Fractures, Ununited / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D010020:Osteonecrosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D011859:Radiography