Scaphoid Fracture: Diagnosis, Management, and the Importance of Prompt Treatment
Scaphoid fractures are the most common carpal bone fractures, representing 60-70% of all carpal bone fractures and 2-7% of all fractures1. In the United States, the incidence rate is 1.47 per 100,000 person-years2. They typically occur in young, active individuals, with a higher incidence in males1. These fractures are often missed during initial clinical and radiographic examinations, potentially leading to misdiagnosis as a simple wrist sprain1. This misdiagnosis can have significant consequences, as the risk of nonunion is high, ranging from 14% … Read more
