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Reactive arthritis of distal radioulnar joint

Last edited: 4/10/2026

Overview

The distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) is crucial for forearm pronation and supination 1. It can be affected by idiopathic arthritis, injury, or deformity of the radius or ulna, leading to altered function 1.

Diagnosis

  • No specific diagnostic criteria or grading systems are mentioned in the provided abstracts.

    • Management

  • Treatment options for irreparable DRUJ destruction include fusion or various excision techniques with soft-tissue reconstruction 1.
  • Understanding distal ulnar anatomy is key to successful management 1.

    • Special Populations

  • No information is provided on special populations.

    • Key Recommendations

  • Treatment options for irreparable distal radioulnar joint destruction include fusion or excision techniques with soft-tissue reconstruction 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)
  • A thorough understanding of distal ulnar anatomy is essential for successful management of distal radioulnar joint pathology 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)

    • References

    1 Rekant M. Distal ulna arthroplasties. Hand clinics 2012. link

    Original source

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      Distal ulna arthroplasties. — Rekant M Hand clinics (2012)
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