Multiple carpometacarpal joint fracture-dislocation from the second to fifth: A case report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

and importance: Herein we present a rare case of multiple second to fifth carpometacarpal joint fracture-dislocations. It is important in such cases to be aware of a high-velocity impact etiology of the fractures, which will ensure proper imaging, diagnosis and treatment.

Case presentation

A 34-year-old male presented with severe pain in his left hand following a motorcycle accident. He was diagnosed as multiple second to fifth carpometacarpal joint fracture-dislocations. He was successfully treated with closed reduction with multiple Kirshner wires fixation under general anesthesia. A one-year follow up confirmed excellent clinical results.

Clinical discussion

There are various surgical options including casting, closed reduction and percutaneous pinning

SUBMITTER: Suwannaphisit S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9052289 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature