Commonly used radiographic parameters that assess distal radius fracture reduction,
do not take into account radial translation of the distal fragment, a cause of distal
radioulnar joint instability.1 We hypothesized that having a normal radiographic parameter for residual radial translation
will equip surgeons with a reliable and reproducible tool that can identify and evaluate
the extent of this problem and direct appropriate surgical management.
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Reference
- Volar angle stable plating for distal radius fractures.in: David J.S. Slutsky D.J. Principles and Practice of Wrist Surgery. WB Saunders, Philadelphia2010: 126-139
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Paper 06
Footnotes
Clinical Paper Session 1: Distal Radius
Friday, October 4, 2013 • 8:55– 9:01 AM
Category: Evaluation/Diagnosis/Clinical Treatment
Keyword: Wrist
Identification
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© 2013 Published by Elsevier Inc.
