title: Ulnar lengthening procedures.
abstract: Ulnar lengthening redistributes axial compressive forces partially relieving those on the lunate, slowing or halting further progressive collapse. Long-term results are satisfactory, although restitution of the carpal anatomy is not obtained.
authors.affiliation: Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines.
authors.forename: D E
authors.initials: DE
authors.lastname: Quenzer
authors.forename: R L
authors.initials: RL
authors.lastname: Linscheid
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D001852:Bone Lengthening; D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010007:Osteochondritis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D010027:Osteotomy; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011859:Radiography; D012086:Reoperation; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014457:Ulna / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*