Monteggi Fracture

A Monteggi fracture is a complex orthopedic injury to the distal radius that occurs as a result of displacement of a fragment of the radius relative to the ulna when the wrist joint is loaded. This injury is one of the most common traumatic pathologies and can lead to significant functional and cosmetic problems.

Although the term "monteggia fracture" may seem strange to some people, this injury lies at the interface between medicine and biomechanics, making it one of the most interesting clinical cases.

This type of fracture is one of the main types of rupture or fracture of the distal radius. It occurs with complex upper extremity injuries, especially if the wrist is subjected to intense motion during rotation or bending of the arm. As a result of the damage, the radius bone is displaced in relation to the ulna, which causes dysfunction of the hand and serious problems with the motor activity of the hand.

The term "monteggi" was introduced by the Italian surgeon G.V. Monteggi in the 19th century as a designation for a compound extension fracture of the loon