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Carpal collapse and Sudeck's atrophy.

D C Wnorowski1, J F Mosher

  • 1Central New York Orthopedic Center, Syracuse 13214.

The Journal of Hand Surgery
|July 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Acute posttraumatic atrophy, also known as Sudeck's atrophy, can affect the upper extremity. This case highlights carpal dissolution and collapse preceding bone remineralization following a wrist sprain.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Radiology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Acute posttraumatic atrophy (Sudeck's atrophy) is a recognized condition affecting the upper extremity.
  • It presents with symptoms disproportionate to the inciting injury.
  • Characteristically, it involves transient, focal, patchy, periarticular demineralization of bone.

Observation:

  • This report details a case following a wrist sprain.
  • The patient exhibited typical clinical signs of Sudeck's atrophy.
  • A notable observation was carpal dissolution and collapse.

Findings:

  • The case presented with carpal dissolution and collapse.
  • This occurred before the expected bone remineralization phase.
  • The findings suggest a severe variant or progression of the condition.

Implications:

  • This case expands the understanding of Sudeck's atrophy progression.
  • It underscores the potential for severe bone changes like carpal collapse.
  • Further research may clarify mechanisms and treatment for such severe presentations.

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