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Fig. 1 Trabecular pattern of distal radius.

Fig. 2 Normal x-ray anatomy of the distal radius. PA view.

Fig. 3 Normal x-ray anatomy of the distal radius. Lateral view.

Fig. 4 Blood supply of distal radius.

Fig. 5 Wrist Kinematics.

Fig. 6 Standard screws Vs Locking screws inclinations.

Fig. 7 1st & 2nd generation DVR plates.

Fig. 8 Illustration of combiholes.

Fig. 9 Small fragment locking T-plate used as an internal fixator.

Fig. 10 Failure of non-locked volar plating.

Fig. 11 fixed-angle implant transferring load stress from the fixed distal
fragment to the proximal radial shaft.

Fig. 12 The three column concept of Rickli & Regazzoni.

Fig. 13 Colles' fracture.

Fig. 14 Smith's fracture.

Fig. 15 Barton's fracture.

Fig. 16 Frykman classification.

Fig. 17 Melon classification.

Fig. 18 Universal classification.

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Fig. 19 Modified Mayos classification.

Fig. 20 AO Classification.

Fig. 21 Short arm cast applied for a stable distal radius fracture.

Fig. 22 Percutaneous pin fixation of a distal radius fracture.

Fig. 23 External Fixation of a distal radius fracture.

Fig. 24 Fragment specific fixation of a distal radius fracture.

Fig. 25 Bridging by locking plate produces a load-free area.

Fig. 26 Case 1 preoperative PA and lateral x-rays.

Fig. 27 Case 1 Immediate post-operative PA and lateral x-rays.

Fig. 28 Case 1 follow up after 2 months.

Fig. 29 Case 1 functional outcome.

Fig. 30 Case 2 preoperative PA and lateral x-rays.

Fig. 31 Case 2 preoperative CT scan showing articular depression.

Fig. 32 Case 2 immediate post-operative PA and lateral x-rays.

Fig. 33 Case 2 follow up after 3 months showing union.

Fig. 34 Case 2 functional outcome.

Fig. 35 Case 3 preoperative PA and lateral x-rays.

Fig. 36 Case 3 immediate post-operative PA and lateral x-rays.

Fig. 37 Case 3 follow up after 3 months showing union.

Fig. 38 Case 3 functional outcome.

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