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How would a colles fracture in a male age 58 be treated?

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Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Colles fracture: Usually implies a fracture of the distal radius , this can be a misnomer as fracture pattern differs greatly from person to person and colles didn't have x-rays .So much of the decision is dependent upon the x-ray. The adequacy of a reduction the numbers of bone fragment the soft tissue injury and more but treatment can range from casting to surgery . Hand surgeons can help with these injuries.

Answered 12/14/2012

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