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DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1715515
Percutaneous Suspensory Stabilization of Chronic Distal Radioulnar Joint (DRUJ) Dislocation Using an Adjustable Loop Endobutton Construct: Case Report[*]
Article in several languages: português | English Financial Support The authors declare that they have not received financial support from public, private, or non-profit sources for the conduction of the present study.
Abstract
Chronic distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) dislocation has been treated historically with complex osteotomies and reconstructive procedures, often resulting in intractable stiffness and loss of function. It is desirable to use a technique of fixation that will not only restore the wrist biomechanics but also be cosmetically appealing to the individual. We present a novel technique of reduction and fixation of a chronically dislocated DRUJ in a 26-year-old male using a minimally invasive approach, with successful restoration of DRUJ function and no postoperative complications.
Keywords
wrist injuries/diagnosis - wrist injuries/surgery - wrist injuries/physiology - orthopedics/trends - external fixators* Work developed at the Department of Orthopaedics, INHS Kalyani, Visakhapatnam, India.
Publication History
Received: 11 April 2020
Accepted: 01 June 2020
Article published online:
25 September 2020
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