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Irreducible open dorsal dislocation of the proximal interphalangeal joint

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Dislocations of the proximal interphalangeal joint rarely present a problem in reduction. We report a case of dorsal dislocation in which attempts at reduction by manipulation were not successful. A probable mechanism is discussed. In most cases of such injury, the flexor tendons should be elevated by a probe to allow replacement of the head of the proximal phalanx.

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  1. Section of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kanto Rosai Hospital, Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki, Japan Tel.: +81-44-4113131, Fax: +81-44-4333150, , , , , , JP

    H. Takami, Sadao Takahashi & Masashi Ando

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Received: 30 August 1999

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Takami, H., Takahashi, S. & Ando, M. Irreducible open dorsal dislocation of the proximal interphalangeal joint. Arch Orth Traum Surg 121, 232–233 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1007/s004020000226

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