Purpose
The aim of this study was to present the results of plate and K-wire fixation for
type Vb jersey finger.
Methods
We used a miniplate system combined with a K-wire to treat 9 cases of acute type Vb
jersey finger injury. The fracture healing time, functional outcomes, and complications
were assessed.
Results
The follow-up time ranged from 13 to 44 months. All fractures healed within 7 weeks.
The mean active range of motion was 70.6° (60° to 80°) for the distal interphalangeal
joint and 105° (100° to 110°) for the proximal interphalangeal joint. All affected
fingers were able to move actively with no pain, and there was no nail deformity.
Two patients with the longest radiographic follow-up showed a congruent joint surface
with no degenerative change at 44 months.
Conclusions
Miniplate and K-wire fixation offers adequate fixation strength for the early initiation
of active exercises so that a good functional result can be achieved.
Type of study/level of evidence
Therapeutic V.
Key words
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Publication history
Published online: November 09, 2022
Accepted:
October 5,
2022
Received:
March 13,
2022
Publication stage
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