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Scaphoid pseudarthrosis and avascular necrosis

Case contributed by Roberto Schubert
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Missed scaphoid fracture from a trauma 3 months before presentation.

Patient Data

Age: 20
Gender: Male

Old scaphoid fracture with non-union and diffuse bone sclerosis suggesting necrosis.

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