Prolonged use of electronic games - a word of caution

被引:2
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作者
Mandal, A [1 ]
Imran, D [1 ]
Erdmann, M [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ Hosp N Durham, Dept Plast Surg, Durham DH1 5TW, England
关键词
electronic games; volar plate; hyperextension; thumb;
D O I
10.1016/j.injury.2003.10.008
中图分类号
R4 [临床医学];
学科分类号
1002 ; 100602 ;
摘要
Post-traumatic hyperextension deformity of the thumb due to rupture of volar plate is a rare but clinically important phenomenon. These injuries are usually related to ball sports like basketball and handball. However, we describe an unusual association in an elderly patient with chronic use of an electronic game, which merits a high index of suspicion for early diagnosis and treatment to prevent long-term complications. (C) 2003 Published by Elsevier Ltd.
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页码:218 / 219
页数:2
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