25 Fractures of the Pediatric Hand

Jun 20, 2021 by in Hand surgery Comments Off on 25 Fractures of the Pediatric Hand

James S. Lin and Julie B. Samora Abstract Hand fractures are common injuries in children and adolescents. There are unique management considerations in skeletally immature patients. Clinical examination may be…

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23 Tumors of the Hand

Jun 20, 2021 by in Hand surgery Comments Off on 23 Tumors of the Hand

Samir Sabharwal and Sophia Anne Strike Abstract Hand tumors comprise benign and malignant soft tissue and bony lesions. Thorough evaluation—generally comprising history and physical examination, plain radiography and cross-sectional imaging,…

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22 Compartment Syndrome

Jun 20, 2021 by in Hand surgery Comments Off on 22 Compartment Syndrome

Eric Lukosius and Kenneth F. Taylor Abstract Compartment syndrome in the upper extremity is a rare but potentially devastating condition resulting from a wide variety of insults that cause expansion…

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21 Digital Replantation and Revascularization

Jun 20, 2021 by in Hand surgery Comments Off on 21 Digital Replantation and Revascularization

Alexandra Tilt and Mitchell A. Pet Abstract Digital replantation and revascularization are technically challenging procedures which present with little warning. In this time-pressured situation, attention to Advanced Trauma Life Support…

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18 Compression Neuropathies

Jun 20, 2021 by in Hand surgery Comments Off on 18 Compression Neuropathies

Tyler Pidgeon, Samir Sabharwal, and Erica Taylor Abstract Peripheral nerve compression represents one of the most common reasons for presentation to hand surgery clinic. The most common peripheral nerve entrapment…

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10 Osteoarthritis of the Wrist and Hand

Jun 20, 2021 by in Hand surgery Comments Off on 10 Osteoarthritis of the Wrist and Hand

Brittany Homcha and Kenneth F. Taylor Abstract Osteoarthritis of the wrist and hand involves progressive destruction of articular cartilage and associated subchondral bony changes including sclerosis, cystic degeneration, and osteophyte…

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