Abstract:Scaphoidectomy and 4-corner arthrodesis is a common salvage surgery for degenerative wrist pathology. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the results of this procedure performed with headless compression screws, with a special focus on postoperative com- plications and their treatment. We assessed 36 wrists in 31 patients that were treated between 2009 and 2017. Mean follow-up was 5.2 years (range 2.9- 9.4). Pain was expressed on a Visual Analog Scale. The Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and hand… Show more
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