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Definition

Fracture of the radial shaft with disruption to the distal radio-ulna joint (DRUJ)

Definition

Scaphoid non union advanced collapse

Diagnosis

Xray / CT

- non union of scaphoid

- radio-scaphoid OA

Operative Options

Types

Dorsal

- most common

Volar

Causes

1.  Acute traumatic peripheral tear TFCC with DRUJ dislocation

- usually major trauma

- dorsal or volar

2A.  Distal radial fracture