Citation

Jehanno P, Mas V, Fitoussi F, Frajman JM, Valenti P, Mazda K. Chir. Main 2013; 32(Suppl 1): S29-S38.

Vernacular Title

Traumatismes ostéoarticulaires des métacarpiens chez l'enfant.

Affiliation

Urgences mains-enfants, hôpital Robert-Debré, 48, boulevard Sérurier, 75019 Paris, France. Electronic address: pa.jehanno@wanadoo.fr.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2013, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.main.2013.02.018

PMID

23796792

Abstract

Metacarpal fractures and dislocations in the fingers are common injuries in children's hands. Most of these can be treated successfully non-operatively, although a subset requires more aggressive treatment. Results following appropriate care in children are generally good. Twenty percent of them need a reduction, need for surgical stabilization is rare. Each injury is presented, including diagnostic, therapeutic principles, pitfalls to prevent and potential complications.

Language: fr