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Published on: April 18, 2011
Rare isolated trapezoid fracture: a case report
Rita M Sadowski1, Richard D Montilla
1University of Massachusetts Medical Center, 55 Lake Avenue North, Worcester, MA 01655, USA. sadowskr@ummhc.org
Hand (New York, N.Y.)
|September 10, 2008
Summary
Isolated trapezoid fractures are rare carpal injuries. This case study shows successful treatment with cast immobilization, leading to full functional recovery for this uncommon fracture.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Traumatology
Background:
- Isolated trapezoid fractures are exceptionally rare, accounting for only 0.4% of all carpal bone injuries.
- The scaphoid bone is the most frequently fractured carpal bone, representing 68.2% of all carpal fractures.
- Due to the rarity of trapezoid fractures, treatment options vary widely, including conservative and surgical approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a case of isolated trapezoid fracture.
- To highlight the successful treatment of this rare injury with cast immobilization.
- To emphasize the potential for full functional recovery with appropriate management.
Main Methods:
- A case report detailing an isolated trapezoid fracture.
- Treatment involved conservative management with cast immobilization.
- Functional recovery was assessed post-treatment.
Main Results:
- The patient with an isolated trapezoid fracture achieved a full functional recovery.
- Conservative treatment with cast immobilization proved effective in this case.
- This outcome supports non-operative management for select isolated trapezoid fractures.
Conclusions:
- Isolated trapezoid fractures, though rare, can be successfully managed non-operatively.
- Cast immobilization can lead to excellent functional outcomes for these injuries.
- Further case studies may help elucidate optimal treatment strategies for trapezoid fractures.
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