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Volar dislocation of second, third, and fourth carpometacarpal joints: a rare and easily missed diagnosisDOI: 10.1007/s10195-012-0181-3 Keywords: Compound,Volar,Carpometacarpal joint Abstract: Volar carpometacarpal dislocation is a rare form of hand injury that can be easily missed without applying a high level of suspicion and performing a meticulous examination. In this case report, we present a rare case of compound volar dislocation of the second, third, and fourth carpometacarpal joints in a 40-year-old male. This was managed by closed reduction and the use of a mini external fixator. The patient regained a good range of motion in 6 weeks with no pain. It is important to diagnose and treat this injury in order to avoid the considerable morbidity associated with this condition.
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