This narrative review synthesizes evaluation and management of acute scaphoid fractures from the year 2000. It addresses how to assess displacement, which fracture patterns require surgery, and the emerging role of percutaneous cannulated screw fixation as an alternative to prolonged casting. The paper is a foundational reference for understanding operative indications and the imaging limitations that drive clinical decision-making.
This narrative review synthesizes evaluation and management of acute scaphoid fractures from the year 2000. It addresses how to assess displacement, which fracture patterns require surgery, and the emerging role of percutaneous cannulated screw fixation as an alternative to prolonged casting. The paper is a foundational reference for understanding operative indications and the imaging limitations that drive clinical decision-making.