Journal article
Radial shortening following a fracture of the proximal radius
Abstract
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: The Essex-Lopresti lesion is thought to be rare, with a varying degree of disruption to forearm stability probable. We describe the range of radial shortening that occurs following a fracture of the proximal radius, as well as the short-term outcome in these patients.
PATIENTS AND METHODS: Over an 18-month period, we prospectively assessed all patients with a radiographically confirmed proximal radial fracture. Patients …
Authors
Duckworth AD; Watson BS; Will EM; Petrisor BA; Walmsley PJ; Court-Brown CM; McQueen MM
Journal
Acta Orthopaedica, Vol. 82, No. 3, pp. 356–359
Publisher
MJS Publishing, Medical Journals Sweden AB
Publication Date
June 2011
DOI
10.3109/17453674.2011.574563
ISSN
1745-3674