Irreducible volar subluxation of the metacarpophalangeal joint of the thumb.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
An unusual case of irreducible volar metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint subluxation of the thumb is described. The tendon of the extensor pollicis longus (EPL) was trapped palmar to the metacarpal head and open reduction was necessary.
Medical subject headings
- Joint Dislocations
- Metacarpophalangeal Joint
- Tendon Injuries
Anatomy
- hand