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Fracture metacarpal bone
A metacarpal fracture can often be treated non operatively. In this case the lower intra-articular part is broken and dislocated, necessitating an operation in order to prevent arthrosis in the future.
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Traction reduces the fracture. By drilling metal pins through the first and second metacarpal bone the good position is maintained.
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A cast is applied for a period of about 4-6 weeks. Then the pins will be removed.