Double suture-button reconstruction for chronic volar dislocation of distal radioulnar joint: A case report.
Ann Med Surg (Lond)
; 82: 104705, 2022 Oct.
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ABSTRACT
Introduction and importance A distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) dislocation is an uncommon occurrence. If not managed properly could result in severe functional impairment. Case Presentation We report a case of a 45-year-old lady who was injured 6 months ago. She suffered a volar dislocation of the DRUJ and an ulnar head fracture. The DRUJ was stable after open reduction and reconstruction using suture-button technique. Discussion:
Application of the first suture-button still result in positive ballottement with subluxation of ulnar head. Additional of second suture-button improved the stability and restored DRUJ motion.Conclusion:
The double suture-button technique restored the DRUJ's stability and produced a good functional outcome.
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Ann Med Surg (Lond)
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2022
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Indonesia