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[Middle-hand and finger fractures].

M Maess1, C Gräf

  • 1I. Chirurgischen Klinik, Klinikum Berlin-Buch.

Zentralblatt Fur Chirurgie
|January 1, 1987
PubMed
Summary

This study reviews 299 metacarpal and phalangeal fractures, emphasizing conservative therapy to reduce work absence. Effective treatment strategies are crucial for minimizing economic impact from hand fractures.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Traumatology
  • Hand Surgery

Background:

  • Metacarpal and phalangeal fractures are common hand injuries.
  • These fractures significantly impact work absence and economic productivity.
  • Optimal management strategies are needed to improve patient outcomes and reduce socioeconomic burden.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze outcomes of 299 metacarpal and phalangeal fractures.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of conservative versus surgical treatment.
  • To identify optimal therapeutic approaches for reducing absence periods.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 299 cases of metacarpal and phalangeal fractures.
  • Analysis of treatment strategies, including conservative management and surgical interventions.
  • Evaluation of treatment outcomes with a focus on duration of absence from work.

Main Results:

  • Conservative treatment is highly prevalent for phalangeal fractures (94%).
  • Surgical intervention is successful in less than 25% of metacarpal fractures.
  • Clear therapeutic guidelines are essential for effective fracture management.

Conclusions:

  • Conservative therapy remains the primary approach for phalangeal fractures.
  • Surgical indications for metacarpal fractures require refinement to improve success rates.
  • Optimized treatment protocols for hand fractures can minimize economic impact through reduced absence.

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