Surgical Management of Madelung Deformity: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: Background: Madelung deformity is a congenital wrist condition characterized by volar subluxation of the wrist caused by premature growth arrest of the distal radius. Progressive symptoms can necessitate surgical intervention, yet optimal treatment strategy remains unknown. The aim of this study is to determine treatment options, surgical indications, and operative outcomes for Madelung deformity. Methods: This study adhered to the Meta-Analyses of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (MOOSE) guidelines. A comprehensive systematic review was performed to identify all studies describing surgical interventions for Madelung deformity. All studies were evaluated by level of evidence and a self-developed quality assessment tool. Results: Twenty-five studies met inclusion c

SUBMITTER: Peymani A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6859600 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature