Round table discussion. Distal radioulnar joint instability after surgical treatment of distal radial fractures.

Schep, Niels W L; Lin, James S; Moran, Steven L; Hanneman, Pascal F W; Heras-Palou, Carlos · J Hand Surg Eur Vol · 2025

expert_opinion · Level V

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Abstract

Distal radioulnar joint instability is commonly seen after surgical fixation of a distal radial fracture, and surgeons' ability to reliably determine stability on examination is poor. Debate remains regarding whether to fix the ulnar styloid or reinsert the triangular fibrocartilaginous complex. Four surgeons with Level 5 expertise were asked to respond to questions surrounding this debate.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy