Abstract
Dislocation of the first carpometacarpal joint with fracture of the trapezium is a rare injury. A case that was initially missed in accident and emergency is described.
Résumé
La luxation de l’articulation carpo-métacarpienne du pouce avec fracture du trapèze est une lesion rare. Un cas non diagnostiqué initialement après un accident vu en urgence est rapporté.
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Kukreti, S., Harrington, P. Carpometacarpal joint dislocation of the thumb associated with fracture of the trapezium: a case report. Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol 14, 38–39 (2004). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00590-003-0113-2
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