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Metacarpal Small Incision for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Neglected floating fifth metacarpal: a case report.

Ajay Pal Singh¹, Ish Kumar Dhammi, Anil Kumar Jain

¹Civil Hospital, Mukerian, Punjab, India. docajaypal@gmail.com

Acta Orthopaedica Et Traumatologica Turcica

|April 12, 2012

Summary

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Simultaneous dislocation of the metacarpophalangeal and carpometacarpal joints, known as floating metacarpals, is rare. This study presents a neglected case of a floating fifth ray and its treatment, with a literature review.

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Metacarpal Small Incision for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Metacarpal Small Incision for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Published on: April 5, 2024

Area of Science:

Orthopedic Surgery
Hand Surgery
Traumatology

Background:

Simultaneous dislocation of metacarpophalangeal (MCP) and carpometacarpal (CMC) joints is a recognized injury pattern.
Floating metacarpals are characterized by volar displacement of the metacarpal head and dorsal displacement of the base.
Dislocations involving both ends of a single metacarpal, particularly the fifth ray, are uncommon.

Observation:

This report details a neglected case of a floating fifth ray, a rare presentation of combined MCP and CMC joint dislocation.
The patient's condition involved a closed dislocation at both the proximal and distal articulations of the fifth metacarpal.
The neglected nature of the injury presented unique challenges in management.

Findings:

The study documents the successful management of a neglected floating fifth ray.
A comprehensive review of existing literature on floating metacarpals and fifth ray injuries was conducted.
The findings highlight the importance of timely diagnosis and intervention for such rare injuries.

Implications:

This case contributes to the understanding of rare hand trauma, specifically floating fifth ray injuries.
The management approach discussed may inform treatment strategies for similar neglected cases.
Further research into the long-term outcomes of floating metacarpal injuries is warranted.