title: Fractures of the proximal interphalangeal joints of the fingers.
abstract: Fractures of the proximal interphalangeal joint include a wide spectrum of injuries, from stable avulsion fractures to complex fracture-dislocations. Stability of the joint is paramount in determining the appropriate treatment, which should aim to facilitate early mobilisation and restoration of function.
authors.affiliation: Edinburgh Orthopaedic Trauma Unit, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK. chyeng@gmail.com
authors.forename: C Y
authors.initials: CY
authors.lastname: Ng
authors.forename: C W
authors.initials: CW
authors.lastname: Oliver
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000628:therapy*; D005384:Finger Joint; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000628:therapy*; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000628:therapy*; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D013997:Time Factors