Management of complications of periarticular fractures of the distal interphalangeal, proximal interphalangeal, metacarpophalangeal, and carpometacarpal joints.
Fractures involving the bones of the hand are among the most common injuries in the United States. A significant portion of these fractures are periarticular. Although the great majority of these fractures are treated successfully by nonoperative means, complications arise. We present a comprehensive review of prevention and management of complications of periarticular fractures of the distal interphalangeal, proximal interphalangeal, metacarpophalangeal, and carpometacarpal joints.
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UConn Health Center, New England Musculoskeletal Institute, Medical Arts & Research Building, 263 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06030, USA.
Alex G
AG
Dukas
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UConn Health Center, New England Musculoskeletal Institute, Medical Arts & Research Building, 263 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06030, USA. Electronic address: jmwolf@uchc.edu.
Jennifer Moriatis
JM
Wolf
D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D050823:Hand Joints / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans
CMC; Complication; DIP; MCP; Management; PIP; Periarticular fractures; Treatment