[Osteomalacia of the semilunar bone]
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Published on: March 15, 2015
1Håndkirurgisk afd, Københavns Amts Sygehus i Gentofte, Hellerup.
Abstract:
The aetiology of avascular necrosis of the carpal lunate remains unknown. Kienböck's disease was long misinterpreted as gout, tendinitis or a sequela of subluxation. The diagnosis is obtained by x-ray of the wrist, which should not be delayed in cases of diffuse wrist pain, limitation of motion, or reduced strength in the hand. A good prognosis is closely correlated to early diagnosis. This review is focused on new biomechanical analyses and treatment methods for use in cases of Kienböck's disease.
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