Presentation
Trauma
From the case:
Mallet finger
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Fracture through the proximal articular surface of the fourth distal phalanx.
From the case:
Mallet finger
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Zoomed image of the fracture.
Case Discussion
Mallet finger is a triangular avulsion fragment at the extensor aspect of the distal phalanx at the DIP joint.