Galeazzi fracture
Galeazzi Fracture
A Galeazzi fracture (pronounced: gah-lay-AH-zee) is a type of fracture that involves a break in the radius bone of the forearm and dislocation of the ulna at the wrist, where the radius and ulna come together. This fracture is named after the Italian surgeon, Riccardo Galeazzi, who first described it in 1934.
Etymology
The term "Galeazzi fracture" is derived from the name of the Italian surgeon, Riccardo Galeazzi (1866-1952), who was a pioneer in orthopedic surgery. He first described this specific type of fracture in 1934.
Description
A Galeazzi fracture is characterized by a fracture of the distal third of the radius with dislocation of the distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ). The injury disrupts the forearm axis joint causing the radius to shorten and the ulna to dislocate. This fracture is often caused by a fall on an outstretched hand (FOOSH).
Related Terms
- Fracture: A break in the continuity of the bone.
- Radius: The lateral bone of the forearm.
- Ulna: The medial bone of the forearm.
- Distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ): The joint where the radius and ulna meet near the wrist.
- Orthopedic surgery: The branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.
- Riccardo Galeazzi: An Italian surgeon who first described the Galeazzi fracture.
Treatment
Treatment of a Galeazzi fracture typically involves surgical intervention to repair the fracture and restore the normal alignment of the bones. This usually involves the use of plates and screws to stabilize the fracture, and may also require repair of the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC), a structure that stabilizes the distal radioulnar joint.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Galeazzi fracture
- Wikipedia's article - Galeazzi fracture
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