Divergent dislocation of the fourth and fifth carpometacarpal joints.

Busa, R; Internullo, G; Caroli, A · J Hand Surg Am · 1998

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A case of divergent dislocation of the fourth and fifth carpometacarpal joints is reported. The injury resulted from a high-energy trauma and was treated by closed reduction and cast immobilization for 4 weeks. Evaluation at the 26-month follow-up visit showed good radiographic and functional results.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy