Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis for a Distal Radius Fracture with Forearm Skin Problem

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Traumatology
• Plastic Surgery

Background:

• Distal radius fractures are common injuries requiring surgical intervention.
• Patients with concurrent skin disorders present unique challenges for surgical site management.
• Minimally invasive techniques are increasingly explored to mitigate surgical risks.

Observation:

• A 53-year-old female with a distal radius fracture and forearm blistering was treated.
• Splinting was initially applied, followed by referral due to skin compromise.
• Minimally invasive volar locking plate osteosynthesis was chosen for fracture fixation.

Findings:

• The surgical incision site remained free of skin lesions post-operation.
• No soft tissue complications were observed during the postoperative period.
• The operative scar was nearly imperceptible, indicating excellent wound healing.

Implications:

• Minimally invasive osteosynthesis is a viable and effective option for distal radius fractures in patients with compromised soft tissues.
• This technique preserves the benefits of volar locking plates while circumventing challenges posed by skin disorders.
• The findings support the broader application of minimally invasive approaches in complex orthopedic cases.