Fracture of the Hamate with Interposition of the Base of 5th Metacarpal, a Frequently Missed Injury
Journal Title: Journal of Case Reports and Studies - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
We report a case of hamate fracture in the coronal plane with interposition of the base of 5th metacarpal bone. This injury is frequently missed and may results in increasing rate of morbidity and mal-union. In this article, the approach to this type of injuries, the diagnostic modalities, and the management will be discussed with review of the literature.
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Abtar HK
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- DOI 10.15744/2348-9820.5.104
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