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Metastases to the nail unit and distal phalanx: a systematic review
Metastases to the nail unit/distal phalanx (NU/DP), although rare, carry a poor prognosis and are frequently misdiagnosed due to variable clinical...
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A new approach for reconstruction of the gunshot defect of the flexor surface of the ungual (distal) phalanx by the proper transverse branch of the digital artery: a case report of combat patient injured in the Russo-Ukrainian war
BackgroundGunshot injury to the hand is severe trauma, requiring complicated reconstruction surgery for the damaged anatomic site to restore all the...
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Ultrasonography, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging of the dromedary camel distal limbs
BackgroundLameness associated with the distal limb region in dromedary camels is quiet prevalent. The diagnosis of lameness relies on a comprehensive...
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“Phalanx sign” helps to discriminate MSA-C from idiopathic late onset cerebellar ataxia
IntroductionEarly diagnosis of MSA-C in patients with late-onset cerebellar ataxia (LOCA) may prove difficult. We therefore describe and evaluate the...
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Effect of dorsal nerve fascial island flap on repairing distal soft tissue defects at the proximal segment of the index, middle, ring, and little fingers
BackgroundTo investigate the effect of the dorsal nerve fascial island (DNFI) flap on repairing finger soft tissue defects at the distal segments.
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Non-microsurgical “replantation” of Allen’s type III amputation: combined distal phalangeal fixation and nail bed suture with V-Y volar advancement flap
PurposeTo describe our technique, namely, combined distal phalangeal fixation and nail bed repair with a V-Y volar advancement flap for Allen type...
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Distal interphalangeal joint arthrodesis with nonaxial multiple small screws: a biomechanical analysis with axial headless compression screw and clinical result of 15 consecutive cases
BackgroundThe axial headless compression screw (AHCS) technique is a widely used method for distal interphalangeal joint (DIPJ) and thumb IPJ...
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Distal forearm squeeze test for the diagnosis of digital flexor tendon injuries
BackgroundThe forearm/wrist squeeze/compression test has been used to examine digital flexor tendon injuries with varied names. Furthermore, the test...
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Arthrodesis of distal interphalangeal and thumb interphalangeal joint: a retrospective cohort study of 149 cases
BackgroundArthrodesis of finger joints is often the last line of treatment of severe pain due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or mallet...
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Clinical analysis of 1301 children with hand and foot fractures and growth plate injuries
BackgroundFractures of hands and feet are common in children, but relevant epidemiological studies are currently lacking. We aim to study the...
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Closed wedge osteotomy for middle phalanx physeal injuries associated with angulation deformities in children
BackgroundMiddle phalanx physeal fractures in children are rare, and proper treatment gives good results. Despite treatment, these fractures may lead...
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Extensor tendon rupture and preoperative mri confirmations of suture anchor prolapse: a case report and literature review
BackgroundWhile suture anchors are widely used in medical procedures for their advantages, they can sometimes lead to complications, including anchor...
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The distal dorsal intermetacarpal ligament: characterization of an overlooked structure—an anatomical study of 25 hands
PurposeExhaustive literature is available on the metacarpophalangeal joints of the long fingers, but the dorsal ligamentous structure overlaying the...
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Repair of distal finger soft-tissue defects with free fibular great toe neurovascular flaps
BackgroundThis work aimed to investigate the change in fingerprint depth and the recovery rule of fingerprint biological recognition function after...
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Distal Nerve Transfers in Hand and Forearm for Traumatic Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Injuries: A Narrative Review
BackgroundVarious studies published good outcomes in brachial plexus injuries using nerve transfers for shoulder and elbow functions. However, little...
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Percutaneous distal chevron osteotomy is associated with lower immediate postoperative pain and a greater range of motion than the open technique: A prospective randomized study
PurposeThe results of past studies comparing percutaneous techniques with traditional open techniques for hallux valgus are controversial. Therefore,...
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Hemi-capitate Arthroplasty for Dorsal Fracture-Dislocations of the Proximal Interphalangeal Joint: Surgical Technique and Illustrative Case
Osteochondral graft from the carpal bone allows anatomical joint reconstruction in unstable dorsal fracture-dislocations with > 50% of the articular...
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Cosmetic and functional results of a newly reconstructed thumb by combining the phalanx of second toe and the great toenail flap transplantation
BackgroundMicrosurgical toe-to-hand transfer is a gold standard when it comes to repairing a thumb defect. Great toenail flap, thumbnail valva flap,...
