Presentation
The patient complained of pain on the left index finger after accidentally being hit by heavy steel material at work. On examination; crushing injury of the left index finger, tenderness distal 2/3rd parts of the left index finger.
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Middle phalanx fracture
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Comminuted fracture at the middle phalanx of the left index finger.
Soft tissue shadows appear mildly swollen.
Case Discussion
Phalanx fractures are common hand injuries that involve the proximal, middle, or distal phalanx. Treatment involves immobilization or surgical fixation depending on location, severity, and alignment of injury.
The decision regarding the operative approach and method of fixation is usually based on the surgeon's experience, fracture pattern, and size of fragments.
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