How long does it take for a Galeazzi fracture to heal?
Expect a full recovery to take up to one year. There may be some lingering or occasional pain during this time.
How does Galeazzi fracture happen?
Mechanism. Typically, Galeazzi fracture-dislocations occur due to a fall on an outstretched hand (FOOSH) with the elbow in flexion.
What is the difference between GaleazZi and monteggia fracture?
Monteggia fractures and Monteggia variants are fractures of the proximal 1/3 ulna with concomitant proximal radioulnar joint (PRUJ) disruption (evident by radiocapitellar subluxation or dislocation). Galeazzi fractures are fractures of the radial shaft with concomitant dislocation of the distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ).
What is a Barton fracture?
The Barton fracture is a fracture of the distal radius which extends through the dorsal aspect of the articular surface with associated dislocation of the radiocarpal joint.
Which nerve is damage in monteggia fracture?
Posterior interosseous nerve palsy is the most common nerve injury in Monteggia fracture-dislocations,. Most of these injuries are neuropraxia and recover slowly after the anatomical reduction of the radial head.
Where is the radial shaft fracture in Galeazzi?
In Galeazzi fracture-dislocations the radial shaft fracture is associated with a dislocation of the head of the ulna at the distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ). Most often, the ulnar head dislocation is posterior (dorsal), very seldom anterior (volar).
When does a Galeazzi fracture occur in a child?
Galeazzi fracture-dislocations consist of fracture of the distal part of the radius with dislocation of distal radioulnar joint and an intact ulna. A Galeazzi-equivalent fracture is a distal radial fracture with a distal ulnar physeal fracture 2. Galeazzi fractures are primarily encountered in children, with a peak incidence at age 9-12 years 3 .
Who is the founder of the Galeazzi fracture?
In Galeazzi-equivalent fractures, ulnar physeal arrest is frequent, seen in 55% of cases. First described in 1934 by Italian orthopedic surgeon Riccardo Galeazzi (1866-1952) 1,2. Many people consider the Galeazzi and Piedmont fractures as the same injury.
Which is the best surgery for Galeazzi fracture?
Open reduction and internal fixation is the preferred surgical option. Anatomic reduction and rigid fixation should be followed by intraoperative assessment of the DRUJ. Further intraoperative interventions are based on the reducibility and postreduction stability of the DRUJ.