Treatment of fracture-dislocations of the proximal interphalangeal joint with the "pins & rubbers" traction system.


Published online: Jun 27 1998

L De Smet, and G Fabry.

Department of Orthopaedics, Universitair Ziekenhuis, Pellenberg, Belgium.

Abstract

The use of a cheap, self-made external fixator for the treatment of unstable fracture dislocation of the PIP joint is described. The first experience in 5 patients is promising.

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