title: Fractures of the proximal phalanx of the hallux: the use of plates with displaced multifragment fractures.
abstract: Fractures of the proximal phalanx of the hallux are a common injury. Due to the important biomechanical function of the first ray, these injuries must be treated properly. Incorrectly treated, a fracture of the hallux can be debilitating. These injuries will be discussed, and several illustrative cases will be presented with the use of plate fixation.
authors.affiliation: Meadowlands Hospital Medical Center Residency Program, North Bergen, New Jersey.
authors.forename: M D
authors.initials: MD
authors.lastname: Perlman
mesh_terms: D001860:Bone Plates; D005260:Female; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000379:methods*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000601:surgery*; D006214:Hallux / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged