| Literature DB >> 7894816 |
Abstract
We present a case of dislocations of the carpometacarpal joints without associated fractures. Although carpometacarpal injuries are relatively uncommon, it is rare for multiple carpometacarpal dislocations to occur without associated fractures. The injury is difficult to diagnose because of swelling of the hand. A lateral radiograph of the wrist has been found to be mandatory to its precise diagnosis if suspected. In the case presented here early diagnosis and closed manipulation in the accident and emergency (A&E) department resulted in a good outcome.Entities:
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Year: 1994 PMID: 7894816 PMCID: PMC1342460 DOI: 10.1136/emj.11.4.257
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Accid Emerg Med ISSN: 1351-0622