Collateral ligament injuries of the metacarpophalangeal joint of the thumb: a treatment algorithm
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چکیده
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.
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دوره 5 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2010