Abstract:BACKGROUND The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured carpal bone. These fractures are difficult to diagnose and manage. Degenerative changes occur if scaphoid fracture non-union if left untreated. This study evaluates the outcome of scaphoid non-union treated with K wires and bone grafting. The aim of this study was to evaluate functional and radiological outcome in scaphoid non-union treated with Kirshner wire and autologous bone grafts. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 36 patients who had scaphoid non-unio… Show more
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