title: An unusual combination of simultaneous fracture of the tuberosity of the trapezium and the hook of the hamate.
abstract: A case of simultaneous fracture of the tuberosity of the trapezium associated with fracture of the hook of the hamate is described. The mechanism of injury is thought to be traction force through the transverse carpal ligament caused by flattening of the transverse carpal arch.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hjørring Hospital, Denmark.
authors.forename: B V
authors.initials: BV
authors.lastname: Jensen
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Christensen
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000150:complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D007103:Immobilization; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography