Can musculoskeletal ultrasound help decision making on post-traumatic treatment of a proximal phalanx fracture?
Journal
Journal of Medical Ultrasound
Journal Volume
23
Journal Issue
1
Pages
39-41
Date Issued
2015
Author(s)
Allam A.E.S.
El Saadany H.M.
Al-deeb A.E.
El Sergany M.A.S.
Soliman S.S.
Marie E.E.
Eltawab B.A.
Abstract
Proximal phalanx fractures are common. Impingements of flexor tendons on the fractured segment after intervention may occur and can be diagnosed by high-resolution ultrasound. The present report highlights the usefulness of musculoskeletal ultrasound in evaluation of persistent finger pain after a proximal phalanx fracture and the importance of dynamic examination in identifying the painful mechanism, which may alter the decision regarding the postoperative treatment course.
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Publisher
Elsevier (Singapore) Pte Ltd
Type
journal article