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*Lateral: Ulna is displaced dorsally | *Lateral: Ulna is displaced dorsally | ||
[[File:Galeazzi fx.jpeg|center|frame|Galeazzi Fx]] | |||
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Revision as of 03:36, 22 August 2013
Background
- Radius fx (distal third) + distal radioulnar dislocation
- Caused by FOOSH with flexed elbow or direct blow
Clinical Features
- Localized tenderness/swelling over distal radius/wrist
Diagnosis
- PA: May only show slightly increased distal radioulnar joint space
- Lateral: Ulna is displaced dorsally
Galeazzi Fx
Management
- Consult ortho in the ED; likely requires ORIF
See Also
Source
- Tintinalli
- Images by Dr. Frank Gaillard; CC SA NC BY licence
- http://radiopaedia.org/articles/galeazzi-fracture-dislocation