Trans-scaphoid perilunate dislocation in a child. A case report.
An acute trans-scaphoid perilunate dislocation in a 10-year-old boy is reported. Closed reduction was successful and normal strength and mobility resulted 9 weeks after injury. The mechanism of production and the reason for the rarity of this injury is discussed.
D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D002370:Casts, Surgical; D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000628:therapy; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography