In simple words: The doctor fixes a broken bone on the outside of your wrist by making a cut, putting the pieces back together, and possibly using small metal parts to hold it in place.They will put a cast or splint on your wrist to keep it from moving while it heals.

This code describes an open surgical procedure to treat a fracture of the ulnar styloid (a bony prominence on the outside of the wrist). The procedure involves making an incision, realigning the fractured bone, and potentially using internal fixation (like pins or wires) for stabilization.A cast or splint is typically applied post-operatively.

Example 1: A patient falls on an outstretched hand, fracturing their ulnar styloid. The fracture is unstable, requiring open reduction and internal fixation with Kirschner wires., A patient sustains a comminuted ulnar styloid fracture in a motor vehicle accident. Open reduction and internal fixation with a plate and screws are performed., An athlete suffers an avulsion fracture of the ulnar styloid during a sporting event. Open reduction and internal fixation with suture anchors are necessary to repair the detached ligament and bone fragment.

Documentation should include details of the fracture (location, type, displacement), operative report (incision, reduction method, fixation used), and post-operative plan (immobilization type, follow-up).