Ten Tips to Simplify the Spaghetti Wrist

Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2018 Dec 12;6(12):e1971. doi: 10.1097/GOX.0000000000001971. eCollection 2018 Dec.

Abstract

Hand surgeons refer to deep lacerations of the volar distal forearm as "spaghetti wrists." Given that multiple tendons, vessels, and nerves often require repair, this injury may be intimidating. We review management of spaghetti wrists and summarize with 10 simplifying tips.