Abstract:Background
Irreparable proximal pole fractures of the scaphoid remain a real challenge for the treating handsurgeon. Standard salvage options include 4-corner fusion or proximal row carpectomy. These procedures limit the range of motion and have a high rate of conversion to total wrist fusion. The two current biological reconstructive options are the rib graft or the vascularized femoral trochlea osteocartilaginous free flap. In addition, there is the prosthetic semi-replacement arthroplasty … Show more
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