Distal radius fracture | 合法醫療器材資訊網

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Fracture of the radius bone near the wrist

Medical condition

A distal radius fracture, also known as wrist fracture, is a break of the part of the radius bone which is close to the wrist.[1] Symptoms include pain, bruising, and rapid-onset swelling.[1] The ulna bone may also be broken.[1]

In younger people, these fractures typically occur during sports or a motor vehicle collision.[2] In older people, the most common cause is falling on an outstretched hand.[2] Specific types include Colles, Smith, Barton, and Chauffeurs fractures.[2] The diagnosis is generally suspected based on symptoms and confirmed with X-rays.[1]

Treatment is with casting for six weeks or surgery.[1] Surgery is generally indicated if the joint surface is broken and does not line up, the radius is overly short, or the joint surface of the radius is tilted more than 10% backwards...