Conditions of the hand/wrist Flashcards
1
Q
Why are scaphoid fractures worrisome?
A
they can go undetected which is an issue if the fracture cuts off the retrograde blood supply, which can lead to AVN.
2
Q
Mallet finger vs Jersey finger
A
Mallet finger is an injury of the extensor digitorum
jersey finger is an injury of flexor digitorum profundus (unable to flex DIP)
3
Q
Gymnast hand
A
Repetitive extension of the wrist leading to traction of the median nerve
4
Q
Carpal tunnel
A
hypertrophy of muscles passing through the flexor retinaculum, causing median nerve impingement
