Comminuted fracture of the proximal phalanx

Case contributed by Guilherme Pioli Resende
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Drop of heavy object on the fifth finger, with slight shortening of the finger.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Male

Comminuted fracture of the proximal phalanx of the fifth finger of the left hand, with butterfly fragment.

Case Discussion

Opted for conservative treatment with external fracture fixation.

Contributed by Dr. Hemilianna Hadassa Silva Matozinho M.D.

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