Scaphoid Non-Union

The scaphoid is one of the eight small bones in the wrist.  These small bones are arranged into two rows. A “non-union” refers to a fracture which has not demonstrated signs of healing despite adequate time to do so, usually a few months.  The bone may develop cysts at the fracture site, or the ends of the bone at the fracture may appear sealed off.  A “delayed union” refers to healing at a rate slower than normally expected.

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