Extra-articular fractures of the distal radius in young adults. A technique of closed reposition and stabilisation by mono-segmental, radio-radial external fixator.
Some fractures of the distal radius need an operative treatment in order to restore and maintain both length and anatomical angles of the distal joint surfaces. We present a technique of closed reposition and stabilisation by external fixator on the distal radius, without any bridging of the wrist joint, allowing for active and passive motion of the wrist during bone healing. Two cases are illustrated as examples.
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Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Inselspital, Bern, Switzerland.
D000293:Adolescent; D000367:Age Factors; D016267:External Fixators; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D018460:Fractures, Comminuted / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008349:Manipulation, Orthopedic; D011859:Radiography; D011885:Radius Fractures / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular