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Adult Phalangeal Base Fractures: Pilons, Avulsions, PIPJ Fracture-Dislocations

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Traumatic injuries to the phalangeal base and proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint are incredibly challenging. Common sequelae of PIP joint injuries include stiffness, pain, and loss of function. Expedient diagnosis, appreciation for local anatomy, and appropriate treatment are imperative to optimize patient outcomes. The purpose of this chapter is to review the anatomy, diagnosis, and treatment options in managing phalangeal base and PIP joint injuries.

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    Keith T. Aziz

  2. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO, USA

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  3. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, USA

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Aziz, K.T., London, D.A., Stern, P.J. (2023). Adult Phalangeal Base Fractures: Pilons, Avulsions, PIPJ Fracture-Dislocations. In: Abzug, J.M., Gaston, R.G., Osterman, A.L., Tosti, R.J. (eds) Pediatric and Adult Hand Fractures. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-32072-9_15

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