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[Gibbous hand deformity--carpe bossu]
1Orthopädische Universitätsklinik und Poliklinik, Hamburg-Eppendorf.
Zeitschrift Fur Orthopadie Und Ihre Grenzgebiete
|January 1, 1991
Summary
Carpal boss, a bony protuberance on the carpometacarpal joint, is an uncommon condition. Diagnosis is confirmed via X-ray, and treatment typically involves conservative measures for rare discomfort.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Anatomy
- Radiology
Background:
- Carpal boss is a bony protuberance at the carpometacarpal joint.
- First described by Fiolle, it's an anomalous anatomical condition.
- This entity is often widely unknown but can be common.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the reasons behind carpal boss prevalence.
- To outline diagnostic methods for carpal boss.
- To describe treatment options for carpal boss.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and discussion of anatomical and clinical factors.
- Radiographic confirmation using lateral tangential views.
- Analysis of conservative and surgical treatment outcomes.
Main Results:
- Carpal boss, though anomalous, can be a common clinical finding.
- Lateral tangential radiography is effective for diagnosis.
- Discomfort and pain are infrequent, with conservative treatment usually sufficient.
Conclusions:
- Carpal boss is an underrecognized condition with clear radiographic diagnosis.
- Conservative management is generally effective, with surgery rarely required.