Finger

Distal interphalangeal joint to proximal interphalangeal joint homodigital island transfer

Article in Operative Techniques in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery · February 1997 Abstract: Reconstruction of the damaged proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint is a challenge in the young active patient. Arthrodesis is disabling and implant arthoplasty is not satisfactory. Microvascular transfer of the second toe PIP joint is technically demanding, requires sacrifice of the toe, and… [Read More]

Percutaneous fixation of metacarpal fracture

Article in Operative Techniques in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery · November 2002 Abstract: Metacarpal shaft fractures are common but consensus on the best mode of treatment has not been established. Open reduction and internal ﬁxation with plates or screws has been performed for severely displaced fractures. Unfortunately, extensor tendon adhesions and/or unsightly scars frequently follow… [Read More]

A simple fixation method for unstable bony mallet finger

A simple fixation method for unstable bony mallet finger Abstract: Closed treatment has provided good results in uncomplicated cases of mallet ﬁnger; however, surgical ﬁxation is recommended when there is involvement of more than one third of the base of the distal phalanx. Various techniques have been described for this purpose. The goal of this… [Read More]

Dynamic intradigital external fixation

Dynamic intradigital external fixation for proximal interphalangeal joint fracture dislocations Article in The Journal Of Hand Surgery · February 2005 Purpose: Many skeletal traction devices have been described to treat fracture dislocations of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint. Most of these techniques are technically challenging or involve cumbersome frames. We present a design modiﬁcation that… [Read More]

Surgical Treatment for Unstable Mallet Finger

Surgical Treatment Options for Unstable Mallet Fractures Article in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery · August 2011 Abstract: Management of mallet fractures is still a matter of discussion throughout the literature. For some authors, mallet fractures involving more than 1/3 of the articular surface and palmar subluxation of the distal phalanx require surgical treatment. In this study we… [Read More]