5 DePuy Synthes Distal Radius Plate Instrument and Implant Set Surgical Technique
Dorsal Surgical Approach
(continued)
Elevate the second and fourth dorsal
compartments subperiosteally
(as shown in cross-sectional view)
to preserve the integrity of these
compartments.
Note:
If the fracture morphology dictates, use
of the additionally available mini lengthening
apparatus [394.08] will provide gentle indirect
reduction of complex fractures and minimize
soft tissue dissection.
Extensor retinaculum
Compartment 4
Compartment 6
Ulna
Cross-sectional view
Compartment 1
Compartment 3
Extensor pollicis longus
Extensor retinaculum
Compartment 5
Mini Lengthening Apparatus
394.08
Radius
Compartment 2
Compartment 3
Extensor pollicis longus
Extensor retinaculum
Take care to elevate and mobilize the third compartment (extensor pollicis
longus tendon) proximally and distally, and translocate it radially for better
access to the fracture site.
