About this Scientific Article
Learn more in this article about why the surgical treatment of a fracture of the distal radius with unidirectional and multidirectional fixed-angle plates often leads to significantly better results compared to previous treatment options. What diagnostic procedures are common for a distal radius fracture, also with regard to possible concomitant injuries? What criteria help in the decision for a conservative or surgical approach? Which plate design and plate position should be chosen for which fracture type and why? What are the surgical steps involved in inserting a palmar or dorsal plate? What are the different methods of locking the screw head with the plate? All these questions are answered in this article. In addition, you will receive valuable information on the identification of common concomitant injuries, follow-up treatment, indications for metal removal as well as possible complications and secondary interventions.
