Arthroscopic categorization of intercarpal ligamentous injuries of the wrist.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
Recent advances in our knowledge of wrist ligamentous anatomy, as well as improvements in arthroscopic techniques, permit the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of wrist injuries. The authors review current concepts in wrist ligamentous anatomy, patterns of instability, and the role of the arthroscope in the evaluation and treatment of such instability. Specifically, wrist portal anatomy and techniques of arthroscopic treatment of patients with partial and complete intercarpal ligament injuries are described. Chronic complete injuries are a contraindication of arthroscopic treatment. The authors conclude that wrist arthroscopy provides a valuable method of diagnosing and treating partial and complete intercarpal ligamentous injuries.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Ruch, DS; Siegel, D; Chabon, SJ; Koman, LA; Poehling, GG
Published Date
- September 1993
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 16 / 9
Start / End Page
- 1051 - 1056
PubMed ID
- 8234073
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0147-7447
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.3928/0147-7447-19930901-15
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States