Background Scaphoid fractures are commonly seen in orthopedic practice. An organized
and thoughtful approach to diagnosis and treatment can facilitate good outcomes. However …

The scaphoid is an obliquely oriented bone located on the radial side of the wrist. It is an
important carpal bone, bridging the proximal and distal carpal rows. The scaphoid …

Background: Recent reports on internal fixation of acute fractures of the scaphoid waist have
demonstrated higher rates of central placement of the screw when cannulated screws were …

Background: Preliminary reports have indicated that selected scaphoid nonunions—ie,
those that are well aligned and without extensive sclerosis or bone resorption at the …

Not all proximal pole scaphoid nonunions with avascular necrosis require vascularized
bone graft or a formal open incision. If the distal scaphoid is well perfused and the proximal …

PURPOSE: To assess the biomechanical stability relative to screw length and K-wire
augmentation in scaphoid fracture fixation using a flexibility testing protocol and cadaver …

Background: Historically, scaphoid fractures in children and adolescents have
predominantly involved the distal pole, requiring neither surgical care nor extended follow …

PURPOSE: To review the clinical and radiographic outcome of dorsal trans-scaphoid
perilunate fracture–dislocations treated with screw fixation of the scaphoid and repair of the …

We treated 50 patients with fractures of the waist of the scaphoid in a below-elbow plaster
cast for up to 13 weeks. Displacement of the fragments was assessed independently by two …

The scaphoid is vitally important for proper mechanics of wrist function. Its unique
morphology from its boat-like shape to its retrograde blood supply can present with …