A neglected lunate dislocation in the elderly: A case report with insights from contemporary literature
The rarity of this fracture contributes to missed diagnoses; therefore, this report aims to raise awareness and highlight the limited treatment options available for patients in this demographic. A high index of suspicion coupled with appropriate clinical and radiological assessment can identify LD and prevent complications that negatively impact a patient's quality of life.
Authors
- Vasfı Karatosun (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0385-4840)
- Nicole Folmann Lima (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-9071-1559)
- Onur Başçı (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1689-0346)
Institutions
- Dokuz Eylül University (TR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-04-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijscr.2025.111308
- Primary Topic
- Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00