Galeazzi fracture is ?
Correct Answer: Fracture distal 1/3 radius with DRUJ subluxation
Description: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Fracture distal 1/3 radius with DRUJ subluxation Galeazzi fracture dislocation is fracture of distal third of radius with dislocation or subluxation of inferior (distal) radio-ulnar joint. It is also called as Reverse monteggia. It occurs due to :- Fall on an outstretched hand with marked pronation of the forearm. Direct blow on the dorsolateral side of the forearm. Treatment Closed reduction is usually not successful due to the deforming forces of the muscles. o Hence, open reduction and internal fixation is the preferred method of treatment.
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