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Trauma Fractures

Hamate

– See: Blood Supply to the Wrist – Discussion:     – anatomy of hook of hamate:           – is situated slightly distal and radial to the pisform;           – forms lateral (radial) border of tunnel of guyon, which transports ulnar nerve and artery to hand;   … Read more

Hammer Toes

– Anatomy and Discussion:     – term describes abnormal flexion posture of PIP joint of one of lesser 4 toes;     – the hammer toe deformity is similar to the curly toe deformity but is not malrotated;     – flexion deformity of PIP may be fixed or supple;     – w/ … Read more

Hallux Rigidus and Cheilectomy

– Discussion:     – hallux rigidus results from degenerative changes at the first MTP joint;     – this may be more disabling than hallux valgus, because pt is unable to achieve relief even when not wearing shoes;     – it is a frequent complaint of runners;     – there is limitation … Read more

Gun Shot Wounds

  – Discussion:        – firearms tutorial        – missile characteristics:         – NRA website        – Weapons Effects and Parachute Injuries        – Shooting Soldiers: Civil War Medical Images, Memory, and Identity in America   – General Management:      – most important issue is to get the correct diagnosis (no viceral injury, no compartment syndrome, no … Read more