Posterior fracture-dislocation of the IV metacarpal hamate articulation: case report

J Trauma. 1979 Apr;19(4):290-1. doi: 10.1097/00005373-197904000-00017.

Abstract

Posterior fracture-dislocation of the metacarpal hamate articulation is rare. A single case managed with splint immobilization and early finger motion is reported. The early functional results utilizing this method are excellent.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Carpal Bones / injuries*
  • Fractures, Bone / diagnostic imaging
  • Fractures, Bone / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations / diagnostic imaging
  • Joint Dislocations / therapy*
  • Male
  • Metacarpus / diagnostic imaging
  • Metacarpus / injuries*
  • Radiography
  • Wrist Injuries / diagnostic imaging
  • Wrist Injuries / therapy*