Successful Reconstruction of Proximal Phalanx Condylar Fracture in an Athlete Using AutoOsteochondral Graft from the Base of Fifth Metacarpus: A Case Report and Review of Literature

Document Type : CASE REPORT

Authors

1 Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shohada-e Tajrish Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

2 Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shohada Tajrish Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Abstract

Intra-articular fractures of the proximal phalanx head, especially with the condylar defect, are relatively rare but 
challenging for surgical treatment. Although several surgical procedures are available to reconstruct articular cartilage 
defects, the optimal method is unclear. This study reports a successful osteochondral reconstruction of proximal 
phalanx condylar defect in an athlete using the articular portion of the fifth metacarpal base.
Level of evidence: V

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The Archives of Bone and Joint Surgery
Volume 10, Issue 9
September 2022
Pages 812-815

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  • Receive Date: 24 November 2021
  • Revise Date: 10 February 2022
  • Accept Date: 13 February 2022
  • First Publish Date: 15 February 2022

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