Palmar dislocation of the proximal interphalangeal joint--an injury not to be missed. |
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| Authors: | P P Tekkis N Kessaris M Enchill-Yawson G V Mani M Gavalas |
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| Affiliation: | Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Queen Mary''s Hospital, Sidcup, Kent. ppt@pari.demon.co.uk |
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Palmar dislocations of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint are associated with long term complications if suboptimally treated. Six cases of palmar dislocation of the PIP joint are presented and a systematic approach in the diagnosis and management of such injuries in the accident and emergency department is described. |
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