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Edited By: Thomas Trumble, M.D.Last updated Thursday, March 17, 2005
Basics of kienbock's disease
Immediate medical attention
The earliest symptom is pain on the mid-dorsal aspect of the wrist. It may or may not be preceded by a history of trauma. Some authors believe it is caused by repetitive micro-trauma; however, most cases are not precipitated by any identifiable injury. Associated with the pain patients may report local swelling, weakness, and decreased wrist extension . The pain will precede any findings on plain radiographs. It may be detected earlier on MRI. Once a diagnosis of Kienbock’s disease is made, immediate referral to an orthopaedic surgeon is indicated.
Surgery for Kienbock's Disease at the University of Washington
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