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Case Reports
. 1985 Oct;10(3):385-8.
doi: 10.1016/s0266-7681(85)80069-3.

Isolated Dislocation of carpal scaphoid

S C Amamilo, R Uppal, A W Samuel
Case Reports

Isolated Dislocation of carpal scaphoid

S C Amamilo et al. J Hand Surg Br. 1985 Oct.

Abstract

The functional role of the scaphoid in stabilising the wrist joint is discussed and the literature on scaphoid dislocations reviewed. A case of isolated dislocation of the scaphoid has been presented with the salient diagnostic features and preferred line of management which includes percutaneous Kirschner-wire fixation to ensure maintenance of the reduction.

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