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Deformity in hyperextension of the MCP index joint with prominence of the 2nd metacarpal head.
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Volarly, the prominence of the second metacarpal head was evident (Figure 1).
X-Ray (AP view) showing MCP dislocation of the index finger.
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X-Ray (lateral view) showing MCP dislocation of the index finger with a small dorsal osteochondral fragment.
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Lateral approach on the MCP joint.
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Under general anesthesia, a lateral surgical approach (Figure 4) was performed on the MCP joint.
Interposition of the volar plate blocking the reduction.
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Interposition of the volar plate (Figure 5) preventing the reduction was observed.
Fixation of the dorsal osteochondral fragment.
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Once adequately exposed, a small osteochondral fragment was found (Figure 6).
X-Ray (AP view) showing fracture consolidation at week 6.
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At week 6, the fracture was consolidated (Figures 7 and 8).
X-Ray (lateral view) showing fracture consolidation at week 6.
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At week 6, the fracture was consolidated (Figures 7 and 8).