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Current Outcomes and Treatments of Complex Phalangeal and Metacarpal Fractures.

Authors :
Wellborn PK
Allen AD
Draeger RW
Source :
Hand clinics [Hand Clin] 2023 Aug; Vol. 39 (3), pp. 251-263. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Mar 15.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Phalangeal and metacarpal fractures that require operative treatment have documented complications in around 50% of patients. The most common of these complications are stiffness and malunion. These can be highly challenging problems for the hand surgeon. In this article, we discuss complications after phalangeal and metacarpal fractures and treatment strategies for these complications.<br /> (Copyright © 2023 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1558-1969
Volume :
39
Issue :
3
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Hand clinics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
37453755
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hcl.2023.02.002