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The little finger.

S J Carter

    Bulletin of the Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute
    |January 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    The fifth finger, crucial for grip, is vital for hand function. Emergency room staff should prioritize preserving this digit, even when other injuries are present.

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    Area of Science:

    • Hand surgery
    • Trauma care

    Background:

    • The fifth finger (little finger) is essential for hand grip strength and function.
    • Reconstructive surgery decisions in trauma often involve prioritizing digits.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To emphasize the functional importance of the fifth finger in hand anatomy and daily activities.
    • To advocate for the preservation of the fifth finger in emergency trauma management.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of functional anatomy of the hand.
    • Analysis of clinical decision-making in multi-digit trauma.

    Main Results:

    • The fifth finger contributes significantly to overall hand grip, second only to the thumb.
    • Sacrificing the fifth finger can lead to substantial long-term functional deficits.

    Conclusions:

    • The fifth finger's critical role in grip necessitates its preservation whenever feasible.
    • Emergency room protocols should reflect the high functional value of the fifth finger in trauma cases.