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Journal of Orthopedic Education 9(3):p 167-170, September-December 2023. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/joe.2454.7956.9323.2
Case Report
Displaced Fracture of Head of 4th Proximal Phalanx with Posterior Subluxation of PIP Joint and Disruption of Volar Plate: Eaton Grade 3: A Rare Case Report
Rajendra B. Uppin, Somanath T. Sanikop, Gangadhar B. Bhuti, Parth R. Patel
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Journal of Orthopedic Education 9(3):p 167-170, September-December 2023. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/joe.2454.7956.9323.2
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Rajendra B. Uppin, Somanath T. Sanikop, Gangadhar B. Bhuti, et al. Displaced Fracture of Head of 4th Proximal Phalanx with Posterior Subluxation of PIP Joint and Disruption of Volar Plate: Eaton Grade 3: A Rare Case Report. J Orth. Edu. 2023;9(3):167–170.Timeline
Received : April 28, 2023
Accepted : May 31, 2023
Published : December 25, 2023
Abstract
Volar plate avulsion fracture of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint is one of the most common hand injuries. Unstable intra-articular proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint fracture dislocations present a difficult problem that requires congruous joint reduction and stable internal fixation or distraction. Though fractures with limited articular involvement may be treated successfully with less invasive procedures, fracture dislocations with a volar shear component may benefit from joint reduction with subchondral support for maintenance of stability. The purpose of this article is to describe a volar screw technique and report the short term post-operative results. This treatment allows early active range of motion and provides good objective and subjective outcomes.
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Rajendra B. Uppin, Somanath T. Sanikop, Gangadhar B. Bhuti, et al. Displaced Fracture of Head of 4th Proximal Phalanx with Posterior Subluxation of PIP Joint and Disruption of Volar Plate: Eaton Grade 3: A Rare Case Report. J Orth. Edu. 2023;9(3):167–170.
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/joe.2454.7956.9323.2
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| Received | April 28, 2023 |
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| Published | December 25, 2023 |
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