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Fractures in the hand: metacarpals and phalanges
Emergency Medicine Clinics of North America
|May 1, 1985
Summary
Most hand fractures have identifiable patterns and are treated non-surgically. A small percentage require surgical intervention, but early recognition and treatment minimize complications.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Traumatology
- Anatomy
Background:
- Hand fractures are common injuries.
- Fracture patterns are generally identifiable.
- Most fractures are managed non-surgically.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the management of hand fractures.
- To emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.
Main Methods:
- Review of fracture patterns.
- Discussion of closed and open treatment modalities.
Main Results:
- Most hand fractures can be treated effectively by closed means.
- A minority of hand fractures necessitate open surgical treatment.
Conclusions:
- Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management are key.
- Early intervention in hand fractures prevents significant complications.