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Published in: HAND 3/2008

01-09-2008 | Report

A Complete Radial Collateral Ligament Avulsion of the Small Finger Metacarpophalangeal Joint with Displacement through the Radial Sagittal Band

Author: David G. Dennison

Published in: HAND | Issue 3/2008

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Abstract

A displaced complete radial collateral ligament avulsion with associated injury to the sagittal band of the metacarpophalangeal joint of the small finger, if left untreated, may result in chronic pain, instability, weakness, and deformity. A case of a displaced radial collateral ligament that ruptured through the radial sagittal band of the small finger, with resultant injury to the extensor mechanism, is described and discussed with a review of the literature. Proper identification of this injury by physical exam and imaging studies along with surgical repair is associated with good outcome.
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Metadata
Title
A Complete Radial Collateral Ligament Avulsion of the Small Finger Metacarpophalangeal Joint with Displacement through the Radial Sagittal Band
Author
David G. Dennison
Publication date
01-09-2008
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
HAND / Issue 3/2008
Print ISSN: 1558-9447
Electronic ISSN: 1558-9455
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11552-008-9087-1

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