Dynamic external fixation for fractures of the proximal interphalangeal joint.
This article presents the relevant anatomy of the proximal interphalangeal joint and the determination of its axis of joint motion. Based on findings of a single axis of motion, the principles and indications for dynamic external fixation are presented. Illustrative cases and results are shown.
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Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis.
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D000208:Acute Disease; D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D004867:Equipment Design; D016267:External Fixators; D005260:Female; D005592:Fracture Fixation / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000145:classification / Q000150:complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000150:complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008662:Metacarpophalangeal Joint / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000293:injuries* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D008875:Middle Aged; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011300:Preoperative Care; D011859:Radiography; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular