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.
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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*