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Internal suture for mallet finger fracture.

A Bauze1, G I Bain

  • 1Modbury Public Hospital, and the University of Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.

Journal of Hand Surgery (Edinburgh, Scotland)
|February 15, 2000
PubMed
Summary

This study evaluated an internal suture technique for mallet finger fractures, showing good healing and function with low pain. The technique offers a viable fixation option for significant articular surface involvement.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Trauma Management

Background:

  • Mallet finger fractures often involve critical articular surfaces.
  • Existing fixation methods may have limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of an internal suture technique for mallet finger fractures.
  • To assess fixation without buttons or transfixion.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of ten patients with mallet finger fractures.
  • Internal suture fixation technique used for fractures involving ≥30% articular surface.
  • Follow-up at a mean of 17 months.

Main Results:

  • All fractures achieved union with no neuromas.
  • Mean pain score was 2.4, satisfaction 7.9.
  • Good functional outcomes in range of motion and grip/pinch strength.

Conclusions:

  • Internal suture technique provides effective fixation for mallet finger fractures.
  • The method results in good patient outcomes and fracture healing.
  • Potential complications include nail deformities and infections.

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