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Abstract
In a review of 52 consecutive intra-articular fractures of the wrist (mean age 41
years), 18 developed one of five carpal malalignment patterns. Seven patients developed
a volar intercalated collapse pattern. Although showing some loss of motion and/or
grip strength, this group remains relatively pain free on follow-up. Patients who
developed dorsal translation (six cases) or a dorsal intercalated collapse pattern
(one case) were the most symptomatic, with loss of grip strength, decreased range
of motion and pain being prevalent.
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Publication history
Accepted:
November 24,
1994
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© 1995 Published by Elsevier Inc.
