Reduction and stabilization of a distal radius-ulna fracture
1. Distal radius-ulna fracture.
2. Insert the most distal K wire and connect it with the ring.
3. Insert the most proximal K wire and connect it with the ¾ ring.
4. Connect the rings by means of two
threaded rods with conical couple.
5. Distract the fracture acting on the nuts On
the threaded bars. If needed, add a third
threaded bar for reduction.
6. Perform the requested adjustments of
the axis sliding the bone along the K wires.
7. Perform the requested adjustment of
torsional deformities by rotating the rings.
8. Achieve a correct clinical alignment before any further stabilization.
9. Up to this point, the circular and hybrid
constructs are identical.
If you want to set a hybrid contruct up, connect a rail to the distal ring, on the cranio-medial side of the radius.
10. Insert a threaded pin in the radius,
connecting it to the proxi-mal slot.
11. Complete the stabilization as require.
Then, you have different options, based on the fracture’s features and your personal
preferences.
OPTION 1
Leave at least temporarily the proximal ring for further stability, adding a K wire to it. The
proximal ring may be removed after 3-4 weeks.
OPTION 2
If you think the fracture is stable enough, remove the proximal ring and threaded bars, just
leaving the hybrid frame.
