title: [Ruptures of extensor tendons after open reduction and internal plate fixation of distal radius fractures].
abstract: Ruptures of extensor tendons after open reduction and internal plate fixation of distal radius fractures are a rare (up to 5%) and avoidable complication. The analysis of postoperative X-rays permits reliable detection of technical mistakes.
authors.forename: M A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Scherer
mesh_terms: D001860:Bone Plates / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000295:instrumentation; D006801:Humans; D019300:Medical Errors / Q000517:prevention & control*; D011859:Radiography; D012421:Rupture / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000209:etiology*; D014954:Wrist Injuries / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*