Hook Plate Fixation for the Thumb Ulnar Collateral Ligament Fracture-Avulsion

Abstract

During a taekwondo competition, a 20-year-old female competitor injured her left thumb. There was pain, swelling, and tenderness at the ulnar side of the metacarpophalangeal joint. Plain radiography demonstrated an avulsion fracture with a small-size fragment at the base of the proximal phalanx. A mini hook plate was used to repair the lesion. The patient was satisfied with the results and returned to her sports activities after 2 months.

Keywords

fracture-avulsion - hook plate fixation - skiers' thumb - thumb ulnar collateral ligament

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