Modified Matti-Russe technique using a "butterfly bone graft" for treatment of scaphoid non-union
Rocco De Vitis1,2, Marco Passiatore1,2, Andrea Perna1,2
1Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Roma, Italy.
Introduction:
Autologous bone grafts are used to treat scaphoid non-union with shortening and humpback deformity. The superiority of internally fixed bone graft to embedded bone graft has not been clearly proven.
Methods:
Retrospectively analyzed 42 cases of scaphoid waist non-union treated using the "butterfly bone graft" (modified Matti-Russe technique).
Results:
Complete healing was reached by all patients, with an average time of 4.4 (SD ± 0.7) months. Mayo Wrist Score improved from and QuickDASH score significantly improved in all patients after treatment.
Conclusions:
Butterfly bone graft is effective and reliable in treating scaphoid non-union with shortening and humpback deformity.
