Collateral ligament injuries of the metacarpophalangeal joint of the thumb: a treatment algorithm.
The management of injury to the ulnar and radial collateral ligaments at the metacarpophalangeal joint of the thumb is complex. Treatment is dependent upon a number of factors with a wide variety of options for each ligament. Inadequate treatment has the potential to lead to a poor functional outcome. We present the relevant clinical anatomy, mechanism of injury, methods of treatment available and suggest a single treatment algorithm for use in the management of these injuries.
Patel
Shelain
S
Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, University College Hospital, 235 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BU UK.
Potty
Anish
A
Taylor
Emma J
EJ
Sorene
Elliot D
ED