Radial Wrist Extensor Tendon Entrapment in Volarly Displaced Distal Radius Fracture: A Report of 2 Cases

Abstract

Case: We experienced 2 cases of these entrapments. In the first case, the entrapment was identified immediately and treated successfully. In the second case, the entrapment was diagnosed after union when the disturbance of wrist flexion became apparent.

Conclusion: When there is a longitudinal fracture line at the vicinity of the second compartment, the entrapment of extensors should be suspected even when acceptable overall alignment is accomplished.