Scaphoid Dislocation Reconstruction with Scapholunotriquetral Ligament Tenodesis

Abstract

Traumatic injuries leading to complex scaphoid dislocations are uncommon. We present a successful reconstructive case after a complex intercarpal instability injury using scapholunotriquetral tenodesis without the need for Kirschner wire fixation and early controlled range of motion therapy. At 3 months, the patient had a pain-free wrist with a 100-degree arc of motion and returned to work with full functionality. A literature review was performed to describe the previously published surgical treatments of this injury pattern and compare functional outcomes.

Keywords

scaphoid dislocation - scaphoid bone - ligaments - wrist reduction

Publication History

Received: 23 May 2021

Accepted: 03 August 2021

Article published online:
21 October 2021

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