Evaluation and treatment of injuries of the ulnar collateral ligament of the thumb metacarpophalangeal joint.
Injuries of the ulnar collateral ligament of the metacarpophalangeal joint of the thumb are very common. A review of the literature regarding the pertinent anatomy, injury mechanism, diagnostic modalities, and treatment options may yield a better understanding for future management.
Baskies
Michael A
MA
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, 301 East 17th Street, New York, NY 10003, USA.
Lee
Steve K
SK
D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D017885:Collateral Ligaments / Q000293:injuries* / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D008662:Metacarpophalangeal Joint / Q000293:injuries* / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular; D012421:Rupture; D013933:Thumb / Q000293:injuries* / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery; D016896:Treatment Outcome