339. Kompartmentektomie mit sofortiger Wiederherstellung der Funktion im Bereich der oberen Extremit�t

Abstract

Scaphoid pseudarthrosis is defined and the most common techniques are described (Matti-Russe, Geissend6rfer-Obermuth, Corticalis splinter, Enders bookplate, the AO screw). Four of our own cases are discussed and the good results (43 of 48 patients) prove the superiority of the "sandwich" grafting technique in scaphoid reconstruction using the Herbert screw. The indication, contraindications, and suitable alternative procedures are also discussed. Other advantages are that the patient is disabled for a shorter period of time and that a second operation is unnecessary.