Nonunion of fractures of the scaphoid tuberosity

J Bone Joint Surg Br. 1993 May;75(3):423-5. doi: 10.1302/0301-620X.75B3.8496212.

Abstract

Fracture of the tuberosity of the scaphoid is common and usually heals without incident because of the good blood supply. We report four cases of nonunion of this fracture. Three of them were symptomatic and two required operative treatment.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Carpal Bones / blood supply
  • Carpal Bones / injuries*
  • Casts, Surgical
  • Fracture Healing
  • Fractures, Ununited / classification
  • Fractures, Ununited / diagnostic imaging*
  • Fractures, Ununited / surgery
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Radiography
  • Splints