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Ulnar collateral ligament injury at the MCP of the index finger

Case contributed by: Dr Roberto Schubert

Presentation:

Pain and limited motion at the 2nd MCP joint after forceful abduction of the index finger.

Patient Data:

Age: 33

Gender: Male

Race: Caucasian

From the case: Ulnar collateral ligament injury at the MCP of the index finger

Modality: MRI

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T2* GRE

Case Discussion:

Missed injuries of this kind may result in chronic joint instability.

References:

Aguilá MB, Carné JS, Lluch AH. Rupture of the ulnar collateral ligament of the metacarpophalangeal joint of the index finger. J Hand Surg Br. 2000;25 (1): 108-9. J Hand Surg Br (link) - Pubmed citation