A simple fixation method for unstable bony mallet finger

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 report is to present a simple method of K-wire fixation and show our results with this procedure. (J Hand Surg 2004;29A:1051–1055. Copyright © 2004 by the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.)

Key words: Extensor tendon, avulsion fracture, mallet finger.