Irreducible fracture dislocation of a finger metacarpophalangeal joint: a case report.
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SUBMITTER: Hamada Y
PROVIDER: S-EPMC2528979 | biostudies-other | 2008 Mar
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Project description:Introduction:Acromioclavicular (AC) joint injury associated with coracoid process (CP) fracture is a rare injury and only case reports had been published in the literature. Although AC joint injury is not uncommon, there is controversy as regard the best stabilization method whether to use wires, hook plate, arthroscopic reconstruction or the recently described techniques of anatomic restoration of both the coracoclavicular (CC) and acromioclavicular (AC) ligaments to add stability in both the vertical as well as the horizontal plane for the AC joint. Isolated CP fracture rarely necessitates surgical intervention; but in association with AC joint injury; a controversy as regard best management, surgical approach, technique of stabilization and implant used is present due to paucity of literature. Patient and method:A 36?years old manual worker who sustained a combined injury of AC joint (grade III) and CP comminuted base fracture had been treated surgically in our hospital using a biplanar fixation technique; blind 4?mm cannulated screw for the CP fracture and anatomic reconstruction of the AC ligament using FibreTape (Arthrex, Naples, FL); to add stability in both the vertical and horizontal plane. Follow up was done for one year. Results:After completion of rehabilitation program, patient could return to work with no shoulder pain in ten weeks postoperatively. Till the last follow up there was no evidence of loss of reduction or shoulder pain with a Constant score of 86. Conclusion:Our technique in combined AC joint and CP fracture, address both injuries to add biplanar AC joint stability allowing accelerated rehabilitation and avoids metal hardware complications.
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Project description:IntroductionConcomitant acromioclavicular joint dislocation and midshaft clavicle fracture are rare injuries, generally resulting from high energy trauma, with limited previous experience in management.CaseA 30 year old male presented following a pushbike accident. He had suffered a head on collision with another cyclist. Radiographic examination demonstrated a displaced midshaft clavicle fracture with a Rockwood Type V acromioclavicular joint dislocation. Operative management was undertaken using a dual plating technique. At six month follow up the patient demonstrated full range of motion and had no pain.ConclusionAppropriate radiographic evaluation and careful intraoperative assessment are required using the principles of management for acromioclavicular joint injuries, along with stabilization of the mid-clavicular fracture to reduce the risk of non-union.
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Project description:RationaleHabitual volar dislocation of the ulnar head with a locked distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) is a rare complication after distal radius fracture. We present a case of habitual volar dislocation of the ulnar head in a woman with a dorsally displaced malunited distal radius fracture.Patient concernsA 72-year-old woman presented with occasional painful locking of the forearm in full supination. She had fractured the left distal radius in a fall 6 months previously. The fracture had been treated non-surgically with wrist immobilization in a long and short arm cast for 6 weeks. Physical examination showed no swelling of the left hand. The wrist locked when the forearm was fully supinated, and the patient was not able to pronate her forearm without reducing the ulna by pressing the left ulna down toward the DRUJ. She experienced sharp pain during the reduction procedure and pronation of the left forearm. The affected wrist had 91% motion compared with the contralateral wrist.DiagnosisRadiography and computed tomography showed 28° dorsally angulated malunion of the distal radius and ulnar head subluxation with respect to the radius. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed disruption of the ulnar-side triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) from the ulna fovea.InterventionsThe patient desired surgery to address the painful click during full supination of her left wrist and the limitations in her activities of daily living. Corrective osteotomy of the distal radius and arthroscopic repair of the ulnar-side tear of the TFCC were performed. The TFCC was arthroscopically repaired to the ulnar fovea to stabilize the DRUJ.OutcomesAt 1 year postoperatively, radiography showed complete union of the radius. The affected side had 97% wrist motion compared with the contralateral wrist and a full range of forearm rotation without pain or clicking. The grasp strength was 100% compared with the normal wrist.LessonsMalunited distal radius fracture with concomitant TFCC injury can result in habitual volar dislocation of the ulnar head due to severely dorsally angulated malunion of the radius and avulsion of the ulnar-side TFCC from the ulna fovea. This condition required corrective osteotomy plus TFCC repair.
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Project description:IntroductionTalar neck fractures are injuries which frequently result in adverse outcomes or impairment of functional activity. Four groups were identified according to Hawkins classification and Canale modification. We present a female patient with a fractured neck of the talus associated with talonavicular dislocation, but intact tibiotalar and subtalar joints; an injury pattern not fulfilling the criteria described in the Hawkins classification.Patient concernsA 46-year-old woman missed a step and fell down stairs with an immediate painful right ankle and inability to bear weight.DiagnosisTalar neck fracture with an unusual isolated talonavicular dislocation.InterventionsTemporary closed reduction followed by open reduction and internal fixation were performed.OutcomesThe patient had excellent functional and radiological outcomes following surgical management.ConclusionWe discuss the management of this rare case in addition to a review of the current literature to provide the best evidence-based recommendations for this injury pattern.
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Project description:High-energy trauma can cause transsyndesmotic ankle fracture dislocation. These fractures are quite rare. Here we present a clinical case of a male patient with this type of injury. A systematic review of PubMed, Ovid MEDLINE, and Embase electronic databases revealed only two prior publications on a similar topic. We discuss the typical clinical features of these injuries, the treatment of high-energy trauma which can cause transsyndesmotic ankle fracture dislocation, and its prognosis.
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Project description:BackgroundOpen dorsal metacarpophalangeal joint dislocations are rare. We report the case of a 62-year-old man who fell from a height of 10 m onto his left outstretched hand and presented to us with four open dorsal metacarpophalangeal joint dislocations. We review the literature and present our case to elucidate the best treatment protocol for open dorsal metacarpophalangeal joint dislocations.MethodsA systematic review was conducted using MEDLINE, Embase, and PubMed from 1946 to present. Publications were found using key terms and cross-referencing. Detail on patient demographic, presentation, mechanism of injury, injury management, and outcome were collected.ResultsA total of 102 articles of metacarpophalangeal joint dislocation (excluding thumb dislocations) were identified. Of these, only four were of open dorsal metacarpophalangeal joint dislocation involving the four long fingers. Open dislocation of the metacarpophalangeal joint in these studies showed no hand predominance, nor association with hand dominance.ConclusionOpen dorsal metacarpophalangeal joint dislocations of the four long fingers are unusual. Based on the available case reports and our experience, we suggest addressing this injury intraoperatively with minimal delay. Most cases will be associated with volar plate injury, and we encourage its repair with figure-of-eight stitches. Postoperatively, we suggest a dorsal blocking splint for 2 weeks followed by occupational therapy consisting of passive and active range of motion (ROM) exercises and adjunctive therapies to control edema and optimize scar tissue. Inadequate management of such injuries could be highly detrimental to hand function.
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