Pisiform fracture
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A pisiformPisiform fracture is uncommon type of fracurefracture involving the carpal bones.
Epidemiology
They are only thought to account ~0.2% of all carpal fractures. Approximately 50% occur in association with other carpal fractures.
Radiographic features
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Some can be occult on plain film. The pisotriquetral joint is best seen in the lateral view with 30 degressdegrees supination or utilizing the carpal tunnel view.
Treatment and prognosis
They are usually managed by immobilisation in either a plaster cast or a wrist splint. In certain circumstances placement of pin-screw or excision is performed.
-<p>A <strong>pisiform fracture</strong> is uncommon type of fracure involving the carpal bones.</p><h4>Epidemiology</h4><p>They are only thought to account ~0.2% of all carpal fractures. Approximately 50% occur in association with other carpal fractures.</p><h4>Radiographic features</h4><h5>Plain film</h5><p>Some can be occult on plain film. The pisotriquetral joint is best seen in the lateral view with 30 degress supination or utilizing the carpal tunnel view.</p><h4>Treatment and prognosis</h4><p>They are usually managed by immobilisation in either a plaster cast or a wrist splint. In certain circumstances placement of pin-screw or excision is performed.</p>- +<p><strong>Pisiform fracture</strong> is uncommon type of fracture involving the carpal bones.</p><h4>Epidemiology</h4><p>They are only thought to account ~0.2% of all carpal fractures. Approximately 50% occur in association with other carpal fractures.</p><h4>Radiographic features</h4><h5>Plain radiograph</h5><p>Some can be occult on plain film. The pisotriquetral joint is best seen in the lateral view with 30 degrees supination or utilizing the carpal tunnel view.</p><h4>Treatment and prognosis</h4><p>They are usually managed by immobilisation in either a plaster cast or a wrist splint. In certain circumstances placement of pin-screw or excision is performed.</p>
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