Minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis of distal radius fractures using a pronator sparing approach |
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Authors: | Sen Milan K Strauss Nicole Harvey Edward J |
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Affiliation: | Department of Orthopaedics, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA. senm@orthosurg.ucsf.edu |
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Abstract: | Volar locking plates for fractures of the distal radius are a common option of care in many centers. Currently, these plates are placed through a standard approach, such as the flexor carpi radialis interval. However, in our opinion, the use of conventional plate application techniques is associated with more soft tissue dissection than is necessary for these new plates. This may contribute to postoperative pain and also to scarring, which may impede the range of motion. To avoid this, dorsal plates have been developed that can be inserted percutaneously. Historically, dorsal plating of the distal radius has been associated with increased morbidity relative to volar plates due to soft tissue depth. This article discusses a single surgeon's technique for insertion of volar locking plates through minimal incisions with sparing of the soft tissues. |
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