[Role of intrafocal pinning in the treatment of wrist fractures]. / Place du brochage intra-focal dans le traitement des fractures du poignet.

ABSTRACT

We have treated 350 displaced Colles fractures by percutaneous fixation with K wires arranged in a 'basket' formation, as described by Kapandji. This technique enables satisfactory stabilisation of the fragments and early mobilisation and rehabilitation, usually without the use of a plaster cast or brace. We describe our indications for use of the method, the technique followed and analyse our results.