Complications of phalangeal and metacarpal fractures.
Most of the complications described in this paper can be prevented by strict adherence to well established principles of fracture care in the hand and careful attention to detail in the application of those principles. Some complications are unavoidable, however, and an attempt has been made here to offer some suggestions regarding the management of established complications following fractures of the phalanges and metacarpals.
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D003286:Contracture / Q000209:etiology; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000150:complications*; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000009:adverse effects; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000150:complications*; D005599:Fractures, Ununited / Q000150:complications*; D006227:Hand Deformities, Acquired / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008663:Metacarpus / Q000293:injuries*; D013710:Tendons / Q000503:physiopathology; D000267:Tissue Adhesions / Q000209:etiology; D014945:Wound Healing