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The Natural History of Scaphoid Fracture Malunion: A Scoping Review

Abstract

Background  A scaphoid malunion occurs when a scaphoid fracture heals in a nonanatomic position or when the fracture is fixed without correction of the sagittal angular deformity. Although altered carpal mechanics and early osteoarthritis have been suggested as natural sequelae, the natural history and clinical outcomes are debatable. Purposes  The purpose of this study is to review and summarize the available literature regarding clinical, …

Authors

Seltser A; Suh N; MacDermid J; Grewal R

Journal

Journal of Wrist Surgery, Vol. 09, No. 02, pp. 170–176

Publisher

Thieme

Publication Date

April 2020

DOI

10.1055/s-0039-1693658

ISSN

2163-3916