[Clinical findings and treatment of perilunar dislocations and dislocation fractures].
Unfallchirurg 2012;
115:576-81. [PMID:
22806222 DOI:
10.1007/s00113-012-2177-0]
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Abstract
Perilunate dislocations, dislocation fractures and lunate dislocations are rare injuries predominantly resulting from hyperextension of the wrist during high-energy trauma. Early recognition and treatment of these injuries usually results in good functional outcome despite degenerative changes on radiographs. Immediate reduction and adequate restoration of normal alignment are the key to successful healing. Surgical intervention with open reduction and ligament repair aims at stable reconstruction of the carpus. It requires broad surgical experience and a profound knowledge of normal anatomy.
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