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Scaphoid Injury eMedicine PMR

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Description: The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured bone in the carpus (ie, wrist), and, frequently, the diagnosis of a scaphoid fracture is delayed. A delay in the diagnosis and treatment of this fracture may alter the prognosis for union and dramatically increase the long-term likelihood of arthritis
Synonyms and related keywords: navicular bone injury
Laker et al 2006

Type: Reference Material
Author/Contact: Laker et al
Institution: eMedicine
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Language: English

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Added: Mon Mar 31 2008
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