The Pathoanatomy and Biomechanics of Kienb öck Disease

We present our theories on the etiology and pathogenesis of the condition based on basic science models, seminal literature, personal case experience, and kinematic observations of the Kienböck wrist. Three phenotypes of Kienböck disease occur, and each tends to have different morphology, rates of progression, and disease pattern. The lunate fracture in KD is well-recognized but different fracture types can occur. Dynamic assessment of the Kienböck wrist allows assessment of the complex kinematics of KD. Disease onset and progression require a “perfect storm” of risk factors.

Source: Hand Clinics - October 14, 2022 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Simon B.M. MacLean, Minhao Hu, Gregory I. Bain Source Type: research