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Fracture,right hand,below elbow
We consulted Orthopedic Surgeon on date,23rd Aug'23 and doctor did bandage and has suggested plaster. We doubt that this may need more specialized treatment approach like rod,plate,wire,etc for proper alignment.Sharing the prescription and xray image for reference. Please suggest.
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It could be treated by both surgical and non surgical methods. However, surgical treatment has better outcome. But, do discuss in details risks associated with surgery and plan accordingly.
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• Limb elevation, Active/Passive finger/Toe movements.
• Intermittent ice pack application.
• Rest/Non-weight-bearing mobilization till further advice.
• Watch for increased Swelling/Excessive pain/Toe or Finger discoloration/Fever. If present, visit the nearest hospital immediately.
• In case of allergic reactions to medicine, Immediately stop all medications and visit the nearest hospital.
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Surgical results are better than improper plaster
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Dr. Karri Venkatesh
Orthopedic surgeon
5 yrs exp
Visakhapatnam
Better option will be surgical treatment with wires as per the fracture is considered.
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Dr. Rajinder K Sharma
Orthopedist
43 yrs exp
Chandigarh
Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt Multispeciality Hospital retired Chandigarh(U.T)
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Dr. Sachin Kumar SG
Orthopedist
13 yrs exp
Gulbarga
Consult me
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Dr. Viraj Patel
Orthopedist
7 yrs exp
Gandhinagar
Closed reduction with k wiring followed by below elbow cast
Other plan would be plating
My suggestion would be k wiring followed by cast which doesn’t require any incision
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Operative management by closed reduction with k wiring followed by cast
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