Fractures Involving the Distal Epiphysial Cartilage of the Radius

Abstract

Since epiphysial cartilage is radiolucent. injuries which it undergoes are not easily detectable roentgenographically. A study suggests that traumatic epiphysial cartilage injuries affecting the distal radius may be classified according to the location of associated fracture. There is no relation between the type of fracture and the incidence of premature epiphysial cartilage ossification. Premature ossification can be detected early by roentgenograph; resultant deformities may be prevented if normal anatomic relations of the distal radio-ulnar and radiocarpal joints are preserved.