A comparative study of the anatomical and functional outcome between Joshi’s External Stabilization System and Kirschner wire fixation technique for Extra-articular Metacarpal fracture
Abstract:Introduction & Objectives: Nowhere in the body, the form and function are so closely related to each other than in hand. Too often these fractures, treated as minor injuries result in major disabilities. Metacarpal fractures comprise between 18-44% of all hand fractures. While many metacarpal fractures do well without surgery, Proper preoperative plannin, surgical intervention wherever needed at a center with backing of equipment and implants with the application of the principles of biological fixation, rigid… Show more
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