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The role of mini-fragment screw fixation in volar dislocations of the proximal interphalangeal joint

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Palmar fracture-dislocations of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint are uncommon injuries, which can be associated with long-term complications if sub-optimally treated. We report two cases of palmar fracture-dislocations of the PIP joint treated by open reduction and internal fixation using a single mini-fragment screw. The long term results of hand and finger function were excellent.

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  1. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Queen Mary’s Hospital, Sidcup, Kent, UK, , , , , , GB

    P. P. Tekkis & G. V. Mani

  2. Department of Accident and Emergency, University College Hospital, London, UK, , , , , , GB

    N. Kessaris & M. Gavalas

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  1. P. P. Tekkis
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Received: 6 July 1999

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Tekkis, P., Kessaris, N., Gavalas, M. et al. The role of mini-fragment screw fixation in volar dislocations of the proximal interphalangeal joint. Arch Orth Traum Surg 121, 121–122 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1007/s004020000156

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