Proximal Pole Scaphoid Fracture Therapy
.Fractures of the proximal pole of the scaphoid are less common than those at the waist, but they attract particular attention because they usually present as occult fractures that are difficult to diagnose and whose configuration on plain radiographs is difficult to define. The scaphoid is anatomically divided into three parts:
For fractures with significant displacement, angulation, or comminution or for fractures involving the proximal pole of the scaphoid, immediate orthopedic or. Treatment for scaphoid fractures depends on the type of fracture. Displaced fractures > 1 mm.
This cohort consisted of 53 patients with proximal pole scaphoid fractures (47 males and 6 females;
Up to 20% of scaphoid fractures may not be demonstrated on radiographs even with utilization of scaphoid view (occult fractures) (waekerle. Fractures through the scaphoid bone) are common, in some instances can be difficult to diagnose, and can result in significant functional impairment. Due to the precarious vascularity. To describe radiographic parameters of proximal pole scaphoid fracture morphology; The goal is to put the bones back in alignment and stabilize them so they can heal properly. It is important to appreciate the blood supply to the. Scaphoid fractures have been reported in proximal pole fractures have the poorest prognosis because the blood supply to the proximal pole is disrupted by the fracture. Has not been previously described in the. A scaphoid fracture is a break of the scaphoid bone in the wrist. The term scaphoid is actually derived from the greek word scaphos which means boat.3 it consists of four main parts, the proximal pole, the waist. Fractures of the proximal pole of the scaphoid are less common than those at the waist, but they attract particular attention because they usually present as occult fractures that are difficult to diagnose and whose configuration on plain radiographs is difficult to define. The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured bone of the eight carpal bones.1 despite this, it is one of the most difficult fractures to accurately diagnose. A scaphoid fracture is when the scaphoid bone, which is your wrist, breaks. Fractures with humpback flexion deformities. The proximal pole of the scaphoid demonstrates abnormal, diffusely low signal intensity (arrowhead). With the ultrasmall proximal pole scaphoid fracture, fixation using a bioabsorbable osteochondral nail. Scaphoid fracture is a common injury encountered in family medicine.