Int J Surg Case Rep
December 2024
Introduction And Importance: Neglected posterior hip dislocations in adults are rare, particularly when untreated for years. In developing nations, patients often rely on traditional bone setters, leading to delayed diagnosis and increased complications. Adult hip dislocations carry a higher risk of avascular necrosis and require complex treatments.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Post-traumatic central slip injuries, resulting in boutonniere deformity, are a complex issue that can significantly impact hand function and quality of life. The deformity should be easily reducible in the acute phase, but if left untreated, it shortens the oblique retinacular ligament, leading to chronic contracture. This is a challenging issue in hand surgery, as chronic central slip defects cannot be sutured like other tendon.
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