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Distal Radius Fracture with Lunate Facet Involvement and Radiocarpal Dislocation
A 71-year-old male presented following a trip and fall from standing height, resulting in a palmar radiocarpal dislocation and an associated distal radius fracture. Initial radiographs and CT imaging confirmed the fracture dislocation, specifically demonstrating involvement of the lunate facet and a coronal split of the radial styloid. Marked radiocarpal arthritis, preexisting radial shortening, and increased volar angulation were noted, suggesting a previous distal radius fracture, although the patient was unsure of any prior injury.
