First metacarpophalangeal joint dislocation

Case contributed by Henry Knipe
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Painful thumb post motor vehicle collision.

Patient Data

Age: 20 years
Gender: Male

Dorsal dislocation of the first metacarpophalangeal joint. No fracture identified.

Case Discussion

Dislocation of the first metacarpophalangeal joint is uncommon, and much less common than other dislocations in the hand. 

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