Galeazzi Fracture

Question 1

What is another term for Galeazzi fracture

Answer 1

1. Mid-distal radial shaft fracture with dislocation of distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ)

Question 2

What is the MOI?

Answer 2

1. FOOSH or direct blow

Question 3

What are the clinical manifestations?

Answer 3

1. Fracture/deformity on radial side of wrist
2. Ulnar head will appear prominent at wrist because it is dorsally displaced

Question 4

What is the treatment?

Answer 4

1. UNSTABLE——-needs ORIF
   *long arm splint/sugar tong splint until surgery