Irreducible longitudinal distraction-dislocation of the hallux interphalangeal joint.
Although volar and dorsal dislocations have been described in the literature, dislocation of the hallux interphalangeal joint is a disorder rarely encountered by orthopedic and foot surgeons. In this article, we report a case of a distinct irreducible longitudinal distraction-dislocation that originally presented to the emergency department but required open reduction in the operating room. We also describe the presentation, anatomy, and treatment of this unique disorder.
Orthopaedic Surgery Resident at Medstar, Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC. meganjcarroll@gmail.com.
Megan C
MC
Paulus
Steven K
SK
Neufeld
D005260:Female; D006214:Hallux / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures; D011859:Radiography; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery*; D055815:Young Adult