A Hyperflexion Hallux Mallet Injury: A Case Report

Injuries of the extensor hallucis longus (EHL) tendon are a rare phenomenon, with most occurring due to lacerations or penetrating injuries. Closed traumatic ruptures of the EHL are described as “Mallet injuries of the toe”. These can be classified as bony or soft mallet injuries depending on the pr...

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Main Authors: Tan GKY, Chew MSJ, Sajeev S, Vellasamy A
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Malaysian Orthopaedic Association 2022-07-01
Series:Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal
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Online Access:http://morthoj.org/2022/v16n2/hyperflexion-hallux-mallet.pdf