Hook of Hamate Fractures.

Hand Clin · Nov 2021 · Review

Tian A, Goldfarb CA

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University, 660 South Euclid Avenue

Hand & Upper Extremity

SUMMARY — THE REDUCTIONReview of hook of hamate fractures: uncommon injuries presenting with volar-ulnar wrist pain and weak grip, usually treated with hook excision, with good outcomes once correctly diagnosed.
Abstract, as published

Hook of hamate fractures are uncommon injuries with unclear prevalence. Classic presenting symptoms include volar-ulnar hand/wrist pain and weakness in grip, with possible ulnar nerve paresthesias. Patient factors, such as activity level and desired return to work/sport, shape the most appropriate treatment regimen although excision of the hook has been adopted by most surgeons. Overall, once patients receive the correct diagnosis and are treated, good outcomes with high satisfaction rates are expected.

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