Forearm Nonunions-From Masquelet to Free Vascularized Bone Grafting.

Hand Clin · Feb 2024 · Review

Richard MJ, Vu CL

Division of Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery

Hand & Upper Extremity Orthopaedic Trauma

SUMMARY — THE REDUCTIONThis article addresses evaluation and surgical management strategies—from Masquelet technique to free vascularized bone grafting—for forearm nonunions and malunions.
Abstract, as published

Forearm fractures present a unique challenge due to the anatomic relationship of the radius relative to the ulna. Associated with the complexity of the treatment for these fractures is the management of nonunion and malunion of the radius and ulna. Evaluation and management of forearm nonunions require a critical evaluation of contributing factors prior to surgical intervention. Timely and precise treatment of nonunion and malunion is necessary to restore function of the forearm.

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