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Clinical and functional outcomes of vascularized bone graft in the treatment of scaphoid non-union

(2018) Clinical and functional outcomes of vascularized bone graft in the treatment of scaphoid non-union. Plos One. p. 9. ISSN 1932-6203

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Abstract

Introduction Scaphoid non-union is a challenging and complex problem. Various methods have been proposed for the management of patients with scaphoid non-union and to reduce the risk of complications. In this study, our aim was to evaluate the clinical and functional outcomes of using a vascularized bone graft in the treatment of scaphoid non-union. Methods Patients with scaphoid non-union who underwent 1,2 intercompartmental supraretinacular artery pedicled vascularized bone graft between January 2005 and January 2011 were enrolled. The parameters assessed included clinical and functional outcomes, radiological measures, and potential risk factors. Results Forty-one patients were finally included. Thirty patients achieved union (73) and 11 did not. Smoking was a significant risk factor for non-union after the surgery. In patients who achieved union, grip strength and radioulnar abduction were greater in comparison to that in patients who did not achieve union. Functional measures, including the Disabilities of Arm and Shoulder score and the Modified Mayo Wrist Score, improved in patients with scaphoid union. The scaphoid length also improved significantly postoperatively in these patients. Conclusion Surgical treatment of scaphoid non-union using vascularized bone graft led to a high union rate with good clinical and functional outcomes. Smoking is a risk factor for non-union, even with the use of a vascularized bone graft. Avascular necrosis was not associated with an increased risk for non-union.

Item Type: Article
Keywords: distal radius avascular necrosis supraretinacular artery displaced fractures waist fractures herbert screw reconstruction management metaanalysis fixation Science & Technology - Other Topics
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Page Range: p. 9
Journal or Publication Title: Plos One
Journal Index: ISI
Volume: 13
Number: 5
Identification Number: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0197768
ISSN: 1932-6203
Depositing User: مهندس مهدی شریفی
URI: http://eprints.bmsu.ac.ir/id/eprint/3790

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