Intramedullary headless compression screw fixation of proximal phalangeal fractures
permits semirigid stabilization through a minimally invasive approach with negligible
tendon disturbance, allowing early mobilization and rehabilitation. Antegrade insertion
is preferred for basal fractures, but various concerns and technical difficulties
have been identified with both intra- and transarticular instrumentation. We describe
a technical tip to facilitate easier guidewire insertion and instrumentation with
a screw via an intra-articular approach.
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Published online: February 23, 2023
Accepted:
December 23,
2022
Received:
December 24,
2021
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