Scaphoid fractures in athletes - the importance of a diagnostic process

• Main Authors: Aleksandra Matyszewska (Author), Kamila Matyka (Author), Jakub Sutkowski (Author), Ewelina Wilczewska (Author), Anna Słowiaczek (Author), Marcin Wojnar (Author), Alicja Baranowska (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Kazimierz Wielki University, 2023-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Introduction and purpose: Scaphoid fractures are the most common fractures in the wrist area, yet they are still a diagnostic problem. This injury is usual among athletes, especially soccer players, basketball players, and cyclists. Early diagnosis allows for making an appropriate therapeutic decisi...