Ulna shortening
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Radial shortening due abnormal bone growth following a fracture (break) in childhood. Now the ulna bone is too long giving wrist pain and stiffness |
The ulna bone has been exposed and a specific cutting jig in place and cuts being made with a saw |
The ulna bone has been cut obliquely to leave the largest surface area of bone for healing |
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A metal (stainless teel) plate (bar with holes in) has been applied to the bone with the ends held togethor (temporarily) with bone clamps |
The plate has been held with 3 screws with the bone ends well held togethor (reduced). In total 5 screws will be used |
X-rays in the operating theatre showing the joint levelled |
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X-rays in the operating theatre showing the bone well reduced with the 5 screws well placed. Note 4 screws are at right angles to the plate and one is oblique |
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