Arthroscopic management of distal radius fractures.
Arthroscopy has the advantage of providing a direct and accurate assessment of the articular surfaces and detecting the presence of injuries associated with distal radius fractures. Current indications, although numerous and potentially expanding, also are controversial. This report presents a global view of the current status of arthroscopy in the management of distal radius fractures. The rationale of arthroscopic treatment, the available evidence, and finally the diagnosis and treatment are discussed.
Wiesler
Ethan R
ER
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC 27157, USA. ewiesler@wfubmc.edu <ewiesler@wfubmc.edu>
Chloros
George D
GD
Mahirogullari
Mahir
M
Kuzma
Gary R
GR
D001182:Arthroscopy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery; D011885:Radius Fractures / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D051478:Triangular Fibrocartilage / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery