Presentation
Fall on hand
Patient Data
Age: 20 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Scaphoid fracture
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Undisplaced distal third oblique scaphoid fracture with mild volar angulation. No other fractures detected. Preserved carpal rows.
Case Discussion
The more distal scaphoid fracture the more chance for union. A distal oblique scaphoid fracture is an unstable fracture according to Herbert classification and needs fixation with minimal invasive technique (Herbert screw) 1,2.