Galeazzi fracture-dislocation: Difference between revisions
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==Background== | |||
*Radius fx (distal third) + distal radioulnar dislocation | |||
*Caused by FOOSH 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 | |||
==Management== | |||
*Consult ortho in the ED; likely requires ORIF | |||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
Revision as of 23:37, 7 March 2012
Background
- Radius fx (distal third) + distal radioulnar dislocation
- Caused by FOOSH 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
Management
- Consult ortho in the ED; likely requires ORIF
See Also
Source
- Tintinalli