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Mini-anchor Versus Pull-out Suture for Surgical Management

Volar plate injuries of the joint are among the most common traumatic lesions in the hand. These injuries result from hyperextension trauma, leading to volar plate avulsion, often accompanied by collateral ligament injuries or fractures of the volar plate Conventional repair techniques include pull-out . Although widely used, pull-out sutures are associated with specific complications such as skin irritation. The external suture may also interfere with early mobilization, a key factor for good postoperative outcomes (3). Suture anchors have emerged as a modern alternative, offering internal fixation without the need for pull out sutures. Their application is believed to promote faster recovery, minimize soft tissue irritation, and early mobilization