An Asian perspective on the management of distal radius fractures

Abstract

There is limited data regarding the epidemiology, pathology, and management of distal radius fractures from centers in Asia. The advanced economies in Asia include Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Singapore, and Taiwan, whereas the prominent emerging economies are China, India, Malaysia, Philippines, and Thailand. This article examines the available epidemiological data from Asia, compares the management of distal radius fractures in the advanced and emerging Asian economies and how they compare with the current management in the west. It concludes by offering solutions for improving outcomes of distal radius fractures in Asia.

Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: None of the authors has a financial interest to declare in relation to the content of this article.

Copyright © 2012 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

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Heo Jun (1537/1539–1615) was a court physician of the Yangcheon Heo clan during the reign of King Seonjo of the Joseon Dynasty in Korea.