Neglected floating fifth metacarpal: a case report.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.3944/AOTT.2012.2473.
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Abstract
Simultaneous dislocation of the metacarpophalangeal and carpometacarpal joint has been previously reported. Floating metacarpals occur when the metacarpal head displaces volarly and the base displaces towards the dorsal side. A closed dislocation at both ends of the fifth ray is unusual. In this study, we report a neglected case of floating fifth ray and its management along with a review of the literature.
Medical subject headings
- Carpometacarpal Joints
- Finger Joint
- Joint Dislocations
- Joint Instability
- Metacarpophalangeal Joint
- Orthopedic Procedures
Anatomy
- hand