title: The scaphoid.
abstract: The scaphoid is vitally important for the proper mechanics of wrist function. Its unique morphology from its boat like shape to its retrograde blood supply can present with challenges in the presence of a fracture. Almost completely covered with articular cartilage, this creates precise surface loading demands and intolerance to bony remodeling. Fracture location compounds risk of malunion and non-union. Scaphoid fractures may significantly impair wrist function and activities of daily living, with both individual and economic consequences.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford School of Medicine, Redwood City, CA 94063, USA.
authors.forename: Rosie
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Sendher
authors.forename: Amy L
authors.initials: AL
authors.lastname: Ladd
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D002648:Child; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000145:classification / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects; D021361:Scaphoid Bone / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000293:injuries* / Q000502:physiology; D014954:Wrist Injuries / Q000145:classification