Scaphoid Union: The Role of Wrist Arthroscopy.

Ecker, Jeff · Hand Clin · 2017

review · Level V

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Abstract

There are times when clinical examinations, radiographs, and computed tomography scans do not provide sufficient information to know whether a scaphoid fracture or scaphoid bone graft has united, partially united, or not united. When this problem arises, arthroscopic examination of the scaphoid fracture or scaphoid bone graft provides additional information to solve the problem and plan further management in an evidence-based manner. The indications for the use of arthroscopy and surgical technique are described.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy