Compound Radiocarpal Dislocation: A Unique Case Report
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 16, Issue 3
Abstract
Aim: The Aim of this case report is to describe a case of compound radial styloid process fracture with dislocation of the wrist joint and its management. Case Report: A 55 year male sustained a compound fracture of the radial styloid with dislocation of the wrist joint following a fall from height. This injury was also associated with injury to the tendons of the medial aspect of the wrist joint and the ulnar artery. The patient underwent immediate external fixation and wound closure with no significant complaints at 12 month follow up other than complete ulnar nerve injury. Discussion: In the present case, the compound fracture dislocation of the wrist joint which was associated with tendon and ulnar artery injury was reduced and fixed immediately on the day of presentation. The results of this management were found to be satisfactory. Conclusion: The case has been reported to highlight the good stability and functional outcome following immediate external fixation of this injury.
Authors and Affiliations
S Tontanahal, T. D Bhattacharyya, R Ailani, A Gaikwad
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