Choosing the proper implant for extra-articular fractures of proximal phalanges: a study on 75 cases.

Phalangeal fractures are the most common fractures of the hand and in particular the proximal phalanx of the long fingers is the most involved. These fractures can ben conservatively managed but, when the fracture pattern is considered unstable, surgical treatment is recommended. However, there is no consensus in literature about the proper surgical option for extra-articular proximal phalanx fractures.

Source: Injury - February 17, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Del Chiaro A, Nucci AM, Grassi A, Suardi C, Pfanner S, Poggetti A Source Type: research