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  • 1Okutsu Minimally Invasive Orthopaedic Clinic, Tokyo, Japan. okutsu@mtg.biglobe.ne.jp

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This study introduces a novel opponoplasty technique using alpha-tricalcium phosphate (α-TCP) cement, eliminating the need for postoperative immobilization. This innovative approach successfully restored thenar muscle function in all nine patients, offering a faster recovery for tendon transfer surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Biomaterials science
  • Hand reconstruction

Background:

  • Opponoplasty restores thenar muscle function but traditionally requires prolonged immobilization.
  • Current tendon transfer methods necessitate weeks of immobilization for tendon healing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate an innovative opponoplasty technique using alpha-tricalcium phosphate (α-TCP) cement.
  • To eliminate the need for postoperative immobilization in tendon transfer surgery.

Main Methods:

  • A novel opponoplasty procedure utilizing α-TCP cement for tendon fixation.
  • Donor tendon harvested from the flexor digitorum superficialis of the ring finger.
  • Palmaris longus tendon utilized as a dynamic pulley.

Main Results:

  • Successful application in nine out of nine cases without complications.
  • Eliminated the requirement for postoperative immobilization.
  • Satisfactory functional outcomes achieved in all patients.

Conclusions:

  • α-TCP cement-augmented opponoplasty is a safe and effective alternative to traditional methods.
  • This technique offers a significant advantage by removing the need for immobilization.
  • The procedure shows promise for broader applications in tendon transfer surgery.