Dorsal dislocations of the second to fifth carpometacarpal joints: a case report

Hand Surg. 2008;13(2):129-32. doi: 10.1142/S021881040800389X.

Abstract

Dislocations involving the four ulnar carpometacarpal joints are rare. These complex dislocations are considered to be due to the application of a hyperflexion force on the metacarpal heads. In the present case, an indirect hyperextension force on the metacarpal bones created a lever-arm effect resulting in rupture of the firm ligament complex of the carpometacarpal joints, inducing complete dislocations of the second to fifth carpometacarpal joints.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Bone Wires
  • Carpometacarpal Joints / diagnostic imaging
  • Carpometacarpal Joints / injuries*
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations / diagnostic imaging
  • Joint Dislocations / etiology*
  • Joint Dislocations / surgery
  • Male
  • Orthopedic Procedures / methods*
  • Radiography
  • Treatment Outcome