Wrist arthrodesis using a sliding radial graft and plate fixation.
In a retrospective study, the results of 18 wrist fusions with a radial sliding graft and a dynamic compression plate are reviewed. All 18 fusions united, with an average position of 16 degrees of extension and 7 degrees of ulnar deviation. Wrist strength and stability and diminished pain allowed improved function. However, decreased maneuverability impaired function for some activities.
Department of Hand Surgery, Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, Australia.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000379:methods*; D001860:Bone Plates; D016025:Bone Transplantation; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011884:Radius / Q000601:surgery*; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014955:Wrist Joint / Q000601:surgery*