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Marco J P F Ritt1, Peter J M de Groot2
1Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands ; The Hand Clinic, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Abstract:
Extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) transfer to the hamate bone is a novel procedure that offers a new surgical treatment option for select patients with midcarpal instability (MCI) who do not respond to conservative treatment. We present our early experience with this procedure. In total, 12 patients (13 wrists) were reviewed with a follow-up duration ranging from 1 to 6 years. Complications and changes in active range of motion (AROM) were noted. Patient related outcome was measured using the Patient Rated Wrist/Hand Evaluation (PRWHE) questionnaire, amongst others. Two patients failed to show a positive response to the surgery. ECRB transfer to the ulnar side of the wrist is a new procedure that offers a potential option for the surgical treatment of MCI in select patients; however, further biomechanical and clinical studies are required. The level of evidence for this study is IV (therapeutic).
