Commonest complication of Colles fracture
Correct Answer: Stiffness of fingers
Description: In Colles fracture, Stiffness of the fingers (commonest) and malunion are common complications. Other complications seen occasionally are - Sudeck&;s osteodystrophy, carpal tunnel syndrome, and rupture of the extensor pollicis longus tendon. Maheswari 5th edition Pg: 114
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