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Scaphoid Nonunion.

Simonian1, Trumble

  • 1Department of Orthopaedics, University of Washington, Seattle.

The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
|July 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

This review discusses diagnosing scaphoid nonunion using advanced tools and explores treatments like bone grafting and internal fixation for scaphoid fractures. It also covers salvage procedures for better patient outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopaedic surgery
  • Traumatology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Scaphoid fractures and nonunions are common and extensively studied in orthopaedics.
  • Accurate diagnosis and effective treatment are crucial for optimal wrist function.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review modern diagnostic tools for early scaphoid nonunion detection.
  • To assess treatment options for scaphoid nonunions, including bone grafting and fixation.
  • To present preferred salvage procedures for complex cases.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current orthopaedic literature on scaphoid fractures and nonunions.
  • Analysis of diagnostic modalities for assessing displacement, angulation, and avascular necrosis.
  • Evaluation of various treatment strategies: immobilization, electrical stimulation, bone grafting (conventional and vascularized), and internal fixation.

Main Results:

  • Modern imaging enhances early diagnosis of scaphoid nonunion.
  • Accurate assessment of fragment displacement, angulation, and avascular necrosis is improved.
  • Multiple treatment options exist, with varying success rates depending on the case.

Conclusions:

  • Early diagnosis of scaphoid nonunion is facilitated by advanced imaging.
  • A range of treatments, including bone grafting and internal fixation, are available.
  • Salvage procedures and author-preferred treatments offer solutions for challenging scaphoid nonunion cases.

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