Cureus. 2025 Nov 17;17(11):e97052. doi: 10.7759/cureus.97052. eCollection 2025 Nov.
ABSTRACT
Vascular injury is a common complication in the reduction of small bone fractures of the hand. Proper technique and management during fracture fixation can help mitigate this risk. We report a case that discusses the use of a Kirschner wire (K-wire) technique for both initial fracture reduction and subsequent screw fixation in small bones, utilizing a bone tunnel created by the K-wire. This approach offers a preventative strategy to reduce the risk of vascular compromise, minimize bone tissue loss, and improve the accuracy of screw placement.
PMID:41416331 | PMC:PMC12709662 | DOI:10.7759/cureus.97052