Exploration of Wrist Soft Tissue Injuries Associated With Wrist Fractures

Exploration of Acute TFCC-injuries in Association With Distal Radius Fractures

The purpose of this study is to describe and stage lesions of the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) in association with distal radius fractures. 20 patients with dorsally dislocated AO type A fractures of the distal radius with sufficient displacement (based of cadaveric data) will be included. After stability testing and wrist arthroscopy. The TFCC is explored through a volar incision and injuries were documented and repaired from this approach.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age 18-65
• Distal radius fracture
• Displacement > 20 degrees of dorsal angulation

Exclusion Criteria:

• Previous significant wrist injury
• Declines to participate
• Ulnar styloid fracture at base or proximal to it