WEILBY-BURTON ARTHROPLASTY OF THE TRAPEZIOMETACARPAL JOINT OF THE THUMB |
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Authors: | Niels O. B. Thomsen Claus H. Jensen Helle Nygaard |
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Affiliation: | Elleb?kvej 32, DK-2820 Gentofte, Denmark |
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Abstract: | Twenty-three patients (25 thumbs) were treated by tendon interposition arthroplasty for trapeziometacarpal arthrosis as described by Weilby and modified slightly as described by Burton and Pellegrini. There was good (4/25, 16%) or complete (19/25, 76%) pain relief in 23 (92%) of the cases. Activities of daily living were generally easier. Mobility and strength of the thumb were satisfactory. One patient had signs of instability during a stress test. We conclude that our technique produces a stable and pain-free thumb joint. However, careful selection of the patients for this procedure is essential, and the patient must be given comprehensive information about all stages. |
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Keywords: | malformed nails hand burns hand injuries |
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