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Arthroscopic Management of Distal Radius Fractures

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Wrist arthroscopy has steadily grown from a mostly diagnostic tool to a valuable adjunctive procedure in the treatment of distal radius fractures. Many studies have demonstrated the superiority of an arthroscopic-assisted reduction of a displaced intraarticular fracture over a fluoroscopic reduction. A systematic approach and a thorough understanding of the topographical and internal anatomy of the wrist are integral to minimizing complications while maximizing the chances for a successful outcome. The following chapter will discuss the portal placement and methodology of wrist arthroscopy along with its application in the treatment of distal radius fractures.

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  1. The Hand & Wrist Institute, 2808, Columbia Street, Torrance, CA, 90503, USA

    David J. Slutsky MD, FRCS(C)

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  1. Calderón de la Barca 16-entlo., Santander, 39002, Spain

    Francisco Piñal

  2. Via Pietro da Rimini 4, Rimini, 47900, Italy

    Riccardo Luchetti

  3. Institut de la Main, Clinique Jouvenet, square Jouvenet 6, Paris CX, 75007, France

    Christophe Mathoulin

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Slutsky, D.J. (2010). Portals and Methodology. In: Piñal, F., Luchetti, R., Mathoulin, C. (eds) Arthroscopic Management of Distal Radius Fractures. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-05354-2_2

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