[Clinico-radiologic evaluation of distal radius fractures treated with a percutaneous technique]

In 1913 Lambotte began treating distal radius fractures surgically using percutaneous fixation with a Kirschner wire; in 1984 Clancey modified the percutaneous technique by using crossed wires with good results; however, various therapeutic approaches are needed to treat the fractures in elderly or osteopenic patients. The purpose of this study is to present the results of the treatment of distal metaphyseal radius fractures types 3, 4 and 5 according to Fernandez in 21 patients who underwent closed reduction and percutaneous fixation with the Clancey technique, with a forearm-palmar cast, from June to September, 2009. Good clinical and radiologic results were reported in 95.3% and 85.7%, respectively.