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Percutaneous reduction and fixation technique for 4th metacarpal shaft fracture.
Hand Surgery and Rehabilitation 2021 June 11
The objective of this retrospective study was to introduce a percutaneous reduction and intermetacarpal K-wire fixation technique for the treatment of the 4th metacarpal shaft fracture. From January 2014 to February 2017, 25 patients with isolated closed 4th metacarpal shaft fracture (angulation > 30°, rotation > 5°, or shortening > 5 mm) were treated by percutaneous reduction and internal fixation. Assessment comprised total active motion, grip strength, dorsal prominence, and patient satisfaction. Bone healing was achieved in all patients. At a mean follow-up of 28 months (range, 25 to 32 months), total active range of motion averaged 98% of contralateral values (range, 88% to 100%). There were 20 excellent and 5 good results. Grip strength averaged 97% of contralateral values (range, 88% to 100%). Mean dorsal prominence on a 100-mm visual analogue scale was 0 (range, 0 to 1). Mean satisfaction rating on the Short Assessment of Patient Satisfaction 26 (range, 22 to 28). Percutaneous reduction and intermetacarpal K-wire fixation is a useful technique for treating 4th metacarpal shaft fracture, achieving stable and reliable fixation, with good hand function.
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