late
Last reviewed 01/2018
Possible late complications include:
- mal-union:
- is common
- the reduction may have been incomplete or displacement overlooked
- disability may be minor but unsightly deformity may be more of a problem
- surgical correction may be indicated
- non-union of the ulnar styloid process
- rupture of extensor pollicis longus:
- due to either movement across a sharp edge of bone or if displacement is minimal, probably, ischaemia
- usually treated by tendon transfer using one of the extensors of the index finger
- stiffness:
- from inadequate exercise and / or prolonged splintage
- may affect the wrist or the shoulder