Action
Phalanx fracture, complicated
- ED transfer or emergent consult with hand surgeon (Class II-III)
Distal phalanx fracture, uncomplicated
- Reduce, splint, and refer to orthopedist/hand surgeon (Class II)
Middle or proximal phalanx fracture, uncomplicated
- Reduce, splint, and refer to orthopedist/hand surgeon (Class II)
Background
Inability to achieve postreduction goals, rotational deformity, or displaced intra-articular fractures.
