Reverse hemi-hamate arthroplasty for volar fracture dislocation of the proximal interphalangeal joint of the finger

What is it about?

Fracture dislocation of the PIP joint of the finger (the middle joint) is not uncommon. The end of the finger usually goes backwards, such that it lies "on top of" the base of the finger. We described an adaptation of a surgical technique to treat the rare reverse pattern fracture dislocation.

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Why is it important?

This may help future surgeons treat this rare and serious injury of the finger buy following our technique.