title: Sesamoid bone interposition complicating reduction of a hallux joint dislocation.
abstract: This is the first reported case of sesamoid bone interposition in the interphalangeal joint of the hallux as a complication of closed reduction of a dislocated interphalangeal joint of the hallux. The case also highlights the importance of post-reduction radiographs.
authors.affiliation: Princess Margaret Hospital, Swindon, United Kingdom, Department of Accident and Emergency Medicine.
authors.forename: S J
authors.initials: SJ
authors.lastname: Ward
authors.forename: R P
authors.initials: RP
authors.lastname: Sheridan
authors.forename: I G
authors.initials: IG
authors.lastname: Kendall
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D006214:Hallux / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography; D012716:Sesamoid Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging