Percutaneous transverse pinning for metacarpal fractures: a clinical trial
Andrea Pintore,
Alberto Astone,
Gianluca Vecchio
et al.
Abstract:Introduction
Metacarpal fractures account for 25%-50% of all hand fractures and may negatively impact hand function and ability to work. Percutaneous transverse pinning of non-articular metacarpal fractures allows mobilisation immediately after the procedure.
Methods
Between March 2017 and February 2022, 56 patients undergoing percutaneous transverse pinning for unstable metacarpal fractures were prospectively recruited. We investigated surgical outcomes i… Show more
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