Ulnar collateral ligament injury at the MCP of the index finger

Case contributed by Roberto Schubert
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

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

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Male

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The ulnar collateral ligament is torn, with resultant soft tissue edema. 

Case Discussion

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

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