Fractures of the Distal Radius
A Practical Approach to Management
Published in December 1995
Book
Hardback
XIV, 345 pages
978-3-540-94239-9 (ISBN)
Description
Fractures of the distal radius are common, but can be complex to treat. This book provides an approach to the management of these fractures and their complications. The authors present practical, clinical information from their experience in the treatment of these fractures. Topics include the authors' classification as well as decision-making and tactics in the conservative and operative management of all types of radius fractures: bending fractures of the metaphysis; shearing fractures of the joint surface; compression fractures of the joint surface; avulsion fractures; radio-carpal fracture and dislocation; combined fractures; high-velocity injury; malunions.
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Content
From the contents: The Fractures of the Distal End of the Radius: A Historical Perspective.- Epidemiology, Mechanism, Classification.- Functional and Radiographic Anatomy.- Surgical Techniques.- Extraarticular Bending Fractures.- Articular Marginal Shearing Fractures.- Compression Fractures of the Articular Surface.- Radiocarpal Fracture-Dislocation.- Combined Fractures of the Distal Radius.- Malunion of the Distal End of the Radius.- Early Complications.