Evaluation of sparing the pronator quadratus for volar plating of distal radius fractures: a retrospective clinical study.

Background: The most commonly used approach for distal radius fractures is the traditional Henry approach. However, it requires an intraoperative incision of the pronator quadratus (PQ) muscle, which results in a series of complications if the repair of the PQ fails.

Aim: The objective of this study was to investigate the efficacy of sparing the pronator quadratus for volar plating of the distal radius fractures.