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Vol. 7 (2012)
TREATMENT OF FRACTURES TO THE HAND
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The aim of this article is to discuss the treatment of fractures to the hand given the im- portance of this organ in terms of functional anatomy. After classifying the various types of fractures, surgery and rehabilitation options for all types are discussed. Particular em- phasis is placed on therapy for the most frequently seen lesions such as fractures to the scaphoid, the fifth metacarpal and the base of the first metacarpal. The importance of the use of prophylaxis against stiffness and treatment for oedema, which are commonly seen in fractures to the hand, is also highlighted.
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TREATMENT OF FRACTURES TO THE HAND. (2026). EuroMediterranean Biomedical Journal, 7. https://doi.org/10.3269/1970-5492.2012.7.6
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