Thumb metacarpophalangeal joint dislocation

Case contributed by Servet Kahveci
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Fall on left hand

Patient Data

Age: 45 years
Gender: Female

Dorsal dislocation at the1st metacarpophalangeal joint.

Case Discussion

Dislocations of the metacarpophalangeal joint of thumb are uncommon injuries. Dorsal dislocations are more frequent than volar dislocations. 

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