Extensor pollicis longus tendon penetration by a screw post-distal radius fracture plating in a young woman: A case report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Due to its ability to provide stable fixation and permit early mobilization, volar plating has become the recommended technique for the surgical stabilization of distal radius fractures. The extensor pollicis longus (EPL) tendon may be injured or ruptured as a result of undetected screw penetration or drill plunging. During surgery, it is critical to detect any potential screw penetration so that it can be corrected.

Case presentation

A 32-year-old woman presented six weeks post-distal radius plating with an inability to extend her left thumb. Clinical examination revealed loss of extension at the interphalangeal joint, stiff wrist, tender point over the dorsal aspect of the wrist, and an intact sensory nerve function.

Discussion

Dynamic ultrasound and ma

SUBMITTER: AlKhyeli J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11342871 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature