Classification of Lidstrom for Fractures of the Distal Radius

Lidstrom classified fractures involving the distal radius.

Features of the Fracture	Type
fissure fracture, or fracture with no appreciable displacement	1
fracture with posterior (dorsal) displacement	2
fracture with anterior (volar) displacement	3

where:

• Volar indicates the flexor surface of the forearm and wrist.

Joint Surface	Comminution of Joint Surface	Dorsal Displacement	Type
not involved	absent	partial	2A
involved	absent	partial	2B
not involved	absent	complete	2C
involved	absent	complete	2D
involved	present	complete	2E

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