• Hand clinics · Aug 2000

    Review

    Phalangeal and metacarpal fractures of the hand.

    • S G Lee and J B Jupiter.
    • Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA.
    • Hand Clin. 2000 Aug 1; 16 (3): 323-32, vii.

    AbstractThis article addresses the types of metacarpal and phalangeal fractures seen in a variety of sports. Treatment options are discussed in depth based on the location, configuration, and associated soft-tissue injuries. This article provides a greater understanding of the treatment algorithm to minimize the possibility of long-term functional consequences for the athlete.

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