Items tagged “phalanges”
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Kirner deformity
A Kirner deformity, also known as dystelephalangy, is characterized by a curvature of the distal phalanx of the 5th digit in both a palmar and radial direction.
Epidemiology
The deformity typically presents in late childhood to early adolescence, although a mild deformity may be present at bir...
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Phalanges of the feet
The phalanges (single: phalanx) of the feet are the tubular bones of the toes. The second to fifth toes each contain a proximal, middle and distal phalanx whereas the great toe (hallux) only contains a proximal and distal phalanx.
Gross anatomy
Osteology
Each phalanx consists of a central bod...
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Distal phalanx fracture
Distal phalanx fractures are among the most common fractures in the hand.
They represent > 50% of all phalangeal fractures and frequently involve the ungual tuft 1.
They are frequently related to sports, with lesions such as the mallet finger and the Jersey finger. When associated with a crus...
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Middle phalanx fracture
Middle phalanx fractures are the least common of the phalanx fractures.
Radiographic features
These fractures are generally well visualized on plain radiographs. Ultrasonography can be used in unclear cases.
Treatment and prognosis
Non-displaced fractures can be treated conservatively with a...
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Foot
The foot is the most distal part of the lower limb below the leg and ankle. It is a complex anatomical structure and can be subdivided into the hindfoot, the midfoot, and the forefoot. The bones of the foot are:
tarsals (7)
talus
calcaneus
cuneiforms (3)
cuboid
navicular
metatarsals (5)
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