Trans-scaphoid perilunate fracture dislocation beyond Mayfield stage IV: a case report on a new classification proposal

Abstract

This report and review of the literature aims to recognize the complete enucleation beyond stage IV of the classification proposed by Mayfield. The addition of a fifth category is proposed, added for complete ligament injuries that lead to nonexistent circulation for the radiolunate ligament, preventing surgical reconstruction, thus influencing surgical treatment.