Navigating Scaphoid Fractures: Challenges and Approaches

This chapter delves into the evaluation and management of scaphoid fractures, with an emphasis on the role of evidence-based medicine in orthopedics. Through a detailed case study, it highlights the diagnostic complexities encountered in emergency situations, particularly when initial imaging is inconclusive. The discussion also questions traditional management practices, proposing that selective immobilization may offer a more patient-centered approach.