Fractures of the radial head and neck

Fractures of the radial head and neck

Fractures of the radial head and neck are common injuries that largely result from a fall onto an outstretched hand. They can range from simple injuries amenable to conservative management, to complex injuries requiring operative intervention. Undisplaced and minimally displaced fractures can usuall...

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Published in:Trauma (London, England) Vol. 11; no. 4; pp. 249 - 258
Main Authors: Laugharne, Edward, Porter, KM
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: London, England SAGE Publications 01-10-2009
Sage Publications Ltd
Subjects:
Fractures
Medical treatment
Trauma
Wrist
neck of radius
head of radius
fracture
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Summary:Fractures of the radial head and neck are common injuries that largely result from a fall onto an outstretched hand. They can range from simple injuries amenable to conservative management, to complex injuries requiring operative intervention. Undisplaced and minimally displaced fractures can usually be managed non-operatively with satisfactory results. Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is generally indicated for significantly displaced or complex fractures, with radial head replacement reserved for cases refractory to ORIF. However, there remains debate regarding optimal treatment of complex radial head fractures and further evidence is required before definitive management guidelines can be produced.
ISSN:1460-4086
1477-0350
DOI:10.1177/1460408609350123