Abstract
We present what we think is the first documented occurrence of osteonecrosis of the capitate in a skeletally immature patient. Atraumatic osteonecrosis of the capitate is rare, and all reported cases have occurred in adults. Our pediatric patient was treated with observation and limited immobilization. He achieved a full recovery clinically and radiographically after 1 year. A review of the literature pertaining to osteonecrosis of the capitate also is provided.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 256-259 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research |
Volume | 447 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jun 2006 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine