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. 2021 Oct;31(10):1750458920949463.
doi: 10.1177/1750458920949463. Epub 2020 Sep 8.

Perioperative management of distal radius fractures

Jiang An Lim  1   2 , Bryan Lc Loh  1   2 , George Sylvestor  1 , Wasim Khan  1
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Perioperative management of distal radius fractures

Jiang An Lim et al. J Perioper Pract. 2021 Oct.

Abstract

Fractures of the distal radius are the most common upper limb fracture and account for over a sixth of all fractures seen in emergency departments. Although most of these fractures are managed non-operatively, a significant number of complex injuries undergo operative management. This educational review of up to date guidelines discusses the perioperative management of distal radius fractures and provides readers with continuing professional development activities.

Keywords: Colles’ fractures; Continuing Professional Development activities; Distal radius fractures; Perioperative management; Smith’s fractures; Wrist fractures.

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Figures

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Figure 1
Posteroanterior and lateral view radiographs of a low energy mildly displaced distal radius fracture
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Figure 2
Posteroanterior and lateral view radiographs of a high energy comminuted intra-articular displaced distal radius fracture
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Figure 3
CT 3D reconstructions of a distal radius fracture to better demonstrate fracture configuration and plan surgery
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Figure 4
Distal radius fracture stabilised with two K-wires and a plaster
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Figure 5
A distal radius fracture stabilised with a locking plate
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