Metaphyseal Core Decompression and Anterograde Fixation for Scaphoid Proximal Pole Fracture Nonunion without Avascular Necrosis

Conclusions Using this simple and reliable technique, we obtained 91% union and very good functional results. Metaphyseal core decompression of the distal radius associated with an antegrade scaphoid screw is a reasonable and effective option for the treatment of proximal pole scaphoid nonunions without avascular necrosis in carefully selected patients.
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Source: Journal of Wrist Surgery - July 10, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Rellan, Ignacio Gallucci, Gerardo Luis Boretto, Jorge Guillermo Donndorff, Agustin Guillermo Zaidenberg, Ezequiel Ernesto De Carli, Pablo Tags: Scientific Article Source Type: research