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Four-Corner Fusion
Book chapter

Four-Corner Fusion

Maximino J. Brambila and Patrick Owens
Operative Dictations in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, pp.407-409
Springer International Publishing
2016-12-31
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-40631-2_99

Abstract

Arthritis Avascular Collapse Instability Necrosis Nonunion Scaphoid Scapholunate Wrist
This chapter describes in detail the surgical steps involved in dorsal for a four-corner fusion. Details of dorsal sparing capsulotomy, scaphoidectomy, decortication of articular surfaces, and four corner fusions with headless compression screws are discussed. Indications, preoperative markings, surgical steps, postoperative care, operative dictation, and suggested readings are included.

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