For chronic scapholunate ligament instabilities, it is not uncommon to see the loss
of reduction on radiological images at intermediate to long term follow-up. We propose
the use of scapho-lunate temporary screw fixation to provide a more stable mechanical
environment for soft tissue healing after primary repair or late reconstruction of
the scapholunate ligament.
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Clinical Paper Session 03: Wrist/Reconstruction
Friday, September 19, 2014 • 10:33–10:40 AM
Category: Treatment, Surgical Technique
Keyword: Hand and Wrist
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