title: Multiple dorsal dislocations of the metacarpophalangeal joints: a case report and review of the literature.
abstract: A case of multiple dorsal dislocations of the metacarpophalangeal joints is presented with a review of literature. Prompt recognition of the dislocation type is essential, followed by trial of closed reduction under proper anesthesia; open reduction is sometimes required. A short period of immobilization is needed, followed by intensive rehabilitation.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Soroka Medical Center and Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel.
authors.forename: E
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Cohen
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Lieberman
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Atar
mesh_terms: D000063:Accidents, Traffic; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D008297:Male; D008349:Manipulation, Orthopedic; D008662:Metacarpophalangeal Joint / Q000293:injuries*; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D013165:Splints