Santa Clara, CA
A 50-year-old female asked:
Mri showed central tear to articular disc of tfcc and ulnar variance lot of wrist pain and popping after a fall 2 months ago. is a ulnar reduction necessary how invasive a surgery is it?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Harold Fieldsanswered
Family Medicine 63 years experience
You need to ask these questions of the doctor who ordered the test Good Luck
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Answered Jul 19, 2021
Dr. Richard Makowiecanswered
Hand Surgery 29 years experience
In some cases, a tfcc tear in combination with ulnar positive variance can be difficult to treat. A joint leveling procedure with an ulnar shortening osteotomy can be a complicated surgery. This is best done by a competent hand surgeon and the recovery can be prolonged. It is often necessary to undergo a second surgery later to remove the plate used to secure the ulnar bone shortening.
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Reviewed Jul 29, 2021
Last updated Aug 4, 2021
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