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Complications in the Management of Distal Radius Fractures: How Do We Avoid them?

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Purpose of this review

Distal radius fractures are one of the most common fractures in the upper extremity. The purpose of this review is to outline common complications that may arise when caring for distal radius fractures and to describe the treatment strategies when faced with such complications.

Recent findings

Tendon complications are not uncommon after distal radius fractures. Recent literature highlights new plating technology for dorsal plating techniques. Moreover, new literature has outlined parameters for flexor tendon complications when using volar locking plates in an effort to avoid flexor tendon irritation and rupture.

Summary

In summary, it is important to understand the various complications that can arise when treating distal radius fractures in an effort to avoid suboptimal outcomes.

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Seigerman, D., Lutsky, K., Fletcher, D. et al. Complications in the Management of Distal Radius Fractures: How Do We Avoid them?. Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med 12, 204–212 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12178-019-09544-8

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