Transverse tears of the volar skin of a finger with a hyper-extension injury is associated with frequent volar plate tears or avulsions. Recognition is essential for surgical exploration of the volar plate and supporting joint structures and, if injured, surgical repair should be carried out at the time of skin suturing.
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