Treatment strategies of the fractures of distal radius and related studies: An update / 医学研究生学报

ABSTRACT

For the treatment of fractures the distal radius, open reduction and internal fixation with a volar locking plate is most frequently used in addition to conservative therapy, external fixation, and percutaneous needle puncture.Some new implants, such as bridging plates, intramedullary nails, and wrist prosthesis, have also gained clinical application.In the recent years, some new techniques like wrist arthroscopy, new bone cement, 3D printing, and digital technology have provided more accurate and stable diagnosis and treatment of the disease.In spite of a variety of strategies, the treatment of fractures the distal radius is focused on the restoration and maintenance of the volar tilting angle and the ulnar inclination in the distal radius.Doctors need to consider the injury characteristics and rehabilitation requirements of the patients and choose the simplest and safest methods to achieve optimal outcomes.