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Salvage of Distal Radius Nonunion With a Dorsal Spanning Distraction Plate JOURNAL OF HAND SURGERY-AMERICAN VOLUME Mithani, S. K., Srinivasan, R. C., Kamal, R., Richard, M. J., Leversedge, F. J., Ruch, D. S. 2014; 39 (5): 981-984

Abstract

Treatment of nonunion after previous instrumentation of distal radius fractures represents a reconstructive challenge. Resultant osteopenia provides a poor substrate for fixation, often necessitating wrist fusion for salvage. A spanning dorsal distraction plate (bridge plate) can be a useful adjunct to neutralize forces across the wrist, alone or in combination with nonspanning plates to achieve union, salvage wrist function, and avoid wrist arthrodesis in distal radius nonunion.

View details for DOI 10.1016/j.jhsa.2014.02.006

View details for Web of Science ID 000335422200025

View details for PubMedID 24679491