Causes of Prolapse and Collapse of the Proximal Interphalangeal Joint

1 April 1972

journal article
research article
Published by SAGE Publications in The Hand

Vol. 4 (2) , 147-153
https://doi.org/10.1016/0072-968x(72)90032-0

Abstract

The physiopathology of prolapse and collapse of the proximal interphalangeal joint are reviewed on the basis of modern knowledge of the functional anatomy of the finger. Use of the terms buttonhole deformity and Swan-neck deformity is criticised A more exact terminology is advocated.

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