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Compression arthrodesis of finger joints
Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
|November 1, 1979
Summary
Compression arthrodesis effectively fuses finger and thumb joints for conditions like arthritis and deformities. This surgical technique achieved solid fusion in most cases within six weeks, preserving adjacent joint mobility.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Joint Reconstruction
Background:
- Degenerative joint diseases, deformities, and inflammatory conditions often affect finger and thumb joints.
- Surgical intervention is frequently required to restore function and alleviate pain in affected joints.