Four hand injuries not to miss: avoiding pitfalls in the emergency department.

摘要

The clinical and radiological findings in some hand injuries can be subtle and easily misinterpreted, leading to irreversible changes and profound functional loss. The importance of early and accurate diagnosis is clear. This study looks at four such injuries, with reference to pertinent anatomy, typical mechanisms of injury, examination and radiological findings, with emphasis on avoiding pitfalls in the emergency department.