Management of Isolated Ulnar Shaft Fractures.

Authors :: Alter TH
Noh KJ
Monica JT
Source :: JBJS reviews [JBJS Rev] 2023 Jun 05; Vol. 11 (6). Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Jun 05 (Print Publication: 2023).
Publication Year :: 2023
Abstract: » Most isolated ulnar shaft fractures are stable and heal without complication regardless of treatment protocol.» Casting above the elbow may create unwanted stiffness without enhancing union rates.» Defining unstable fractures and determining which injuries would benefit from operative management remain a challenge.» Recent development of intramedullary devices has shown promise in preliminary studies, but more vigorous investigation is needed to determine their role.<br />Competing Interests: Disclosure: The Disclosure of Potential Conflicts of Interest forms are provided with the online version of the article (http://links.lww.com/JBJSREV/A952).<br /> (Copyright © 2023 by The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Incorporated.)