Distal phalanx fracture types

Fracture patterns seen in the distal phalanx are (A) longitudinal, (B) transverse, (C) tuft, (D) dorsal base, (E) volar base, and (F) complete articular.

Reproduced with permission from: Bucholz RW, MD and Heckman JD, MD. Rockwood & Green's Fractures in Adults, 5th ed. Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, 2001. Copyright © 2001 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

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