treatment of non:union: of forearm bones using radial forearm bone flap

results the mean follow-up duration was 34 ± 23 months. the q-dash scores improved from 70 ± 6 points preoperatively to 13 ± 15 points at final follow-up (p < 0.01). the preopetative range of motion (rom) was 101 ± 26 degrees; whereas the final forearm rom was 140 ± 17 (p = 0.01). all non:union:s united uneventfully (range 3-6 months). at the last follow-up, the grip force was 83% of uninjured extremity and all patients were satisfied with the outcome of the operation. objectives the aim of this prospective study was to evaluate the effects of the radial forearm bone graft technique in cases with forearm non:union:. patients and methods we treated 7 patients with forearm non:union:s via radial forearm bone flap and internal plate fixation. on the preoperative examination and last follow-up, the quick disabilities of the arm, shoulder, and hand (q-dash) score, elbow, forearm and wrist arches of motion and grip force were measured. at the final follow-up, radiographic :union: and patient satisfaction and return to work were assessed. background treatment of forearm fracture non:union: is challenging. several surgical techniques for the treatment of forearm non:union: have been reported. conclusions radial forearm bone flap is a safe, useful and novel technique in cases with forearm non:union:.